Information on the allergies affecting people in Singapore as well as their symptoms including rhinitis, asthma, eczema and food allergies. A brief look at allergy treatments such as immunotherapy and medication. Information on the resources, schools and facilities for children with disabilities in Singapore. Includes contacts for children with autism, cerebral palsy, ADD, dyslexia, muscular dystrophy, hearing or sight impairment, physical disabilities and more. Dengue fever is an infection brought about by exposure to a particular type of mosquito that is becoming more prevalent in Singapore. While there is no vaccination, find out about the ways to protect yourself, and the treatments available. Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police and Ambulance. Also sea rescue, drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals. Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease or HFMD (not connected to the animal ailment Foot and Mouth Disease) is present in Singapore and most prevalent where toddlers to 10 year olds get together. Find out about the symptoms, diagnosis and how to protect your child. Child abuse, women abuse, drugs, HIV/AIDS, cancer support, alcoholics anonymous, suicide crisis line: the various organisations and associations that provide support and counselling to adults and children in need of comfort. While Singapore itself does not have a problem with malaria, many neighbouring countries do. Residents planning visits to should know what protective medication is available and how to use it for maximum control against bites. The Singaporean healthcare services: the facilities and medical services provided by the government and the private options available and health care rates. Mycoplasma is an infectious illness with flu-like symptoms. Find out what it is, how to recognise it and how best to treat the virus, as well as how to avoid catching it or spreading it to family and the public. Resources for disabled: wheelchair bound, physically disabled, hearing or sight-impaired members of the community. Information on government aid and social security organisations, non-profit organisations and parking facilities. Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on the types of termination practised, the counselling available and general health promotion. | 
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