Volume 35, Number 7

July 2006

Medicalising the Treatment of Opioid Dependence

Traditionally the treatment of opioid dependence in Singapore has not been viewed as a public health problem, but rather as a social problem that...

Socio-demographic Profile and Help-seeking Behaviour of Buprenorphine Abusers in Singapore

Opiate dependence is a major health and social concern in many countries across the world. The burden of disease is considerable, with surveys indicating...

Reducing Polypharmacy Through the Introduction of a Treatment Algorithm: Use of a Treatment Algorithm on the Impact on Polypharmacy

The use of 2 or more antipsychotic medications (polypharmacy) for an episode of psychosis is pervasive despite the lack of evidence-based data. It is...

Utility and Validity of the Self-administered SF-36: Findings From an Older Population

The shift towards broader health perspectives and the emphasis on patient preferences have led to the development of many health questionnaires and their inclusion...

Plasma and Urine Amino Acid Profiles in a Healthy Adult Population of Singapore

Analysis of blood plasma and urinary amino acids is required for the diagnosis and management of inherited metabolic disorders (IMDs) affecting one or more...