Positively Teal - Ovarian Cancer Awareness Campaign

Do you know that Ovarian Cancer is the 5th most common cancer, and is also one of the deadliest Gynecological cancer among Singapore women today?

1 in 80 women faces ovarian cancer in their lifetime.

Every woman needs to educate ourselves by learning about the signs and symptoms.

So today I will be sharing with you about what I had learnt at Positively Teal. 

Positively Teal is a Ovarian Cancer Awareness Campaign to:

- encourage everyone to spread the awareness of Ovarian Cancer to friends and family members; 

- help women be more aware of the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer and

- to take positive steps to consult a doctor immediately should they experience any symptoms. 

Early detection can increase the chances of survival and improve the quality of life.

Let Dr. Timothy Lim, Deputy Head and Senior Consultant of Pre-Invasive Disease & Screening Unit, Department of Gynaecological Oncology from KK Women's and Children's Hospital, to share with us about Ovarian Cancer.

What is Ovarian Cancer?

Ovarian cancer is a malignant tumor in one or both ovaries. 

Who are at risk?

- Women with few pregnancies or who have never been pregnant (more ovulation cycle)

- Family history of the disease

- High fatty diet

- Early menarche and late menopause (more ovulation cycle)

What are the symptoms?

- Bloated feeling in the abdomen 

- Change in bowel habits 

- Indigestion 

- Symptoms related to the kidney or bladder 

- Abnormal vaginal bleeding 

- Pain in the abdomen 

- Enlarged abdomen from the tumour

- Loss of weight 

- Backache or pain in the legs 

- Urinary complaints

These symptoms may not be very specific. Ovarian Cancer is usually being detected only in the 3rd or 4th stage, it might be a little too late to seek for help. So if we are feeling unwell, always remember to consult a doctor early.

Executive Pastry Chef of Canele Patisserie Chocolaterie, Christophe Grilo also showed his support to the campaign. He will be conducting macaroon workshop in the upcoming June.

Teal coloured macaroon to match with the theme.

The macaroon tasted really good with the chocolate filling in it.

Time for a group conversation with:

Dr. Timothy Lim, Deputy Head and Senior Consultant of Pre-Invasive Disease & Screening Unit, from KK Women's and Children's Hospital.

Ms. Pauline Yu, Ovarian Cancer Survivor.

Ms. Diana Ser, Spokeperson & Media Personality.

Ms. Desiree Lai, Former Radio Personality.

Pauline had shared with us her story on Ovarian Cancer and how she overcome it with her positive attitude.

She is recovering well from her operation and chemotherapy. I admired her positive attitude.

Learn to recognize early warning signs and go for regular checkups and screenings.

Together with you and I, we could spread the awareness and make a difference in our lives.

Chocolate and Roasted Pistachio Macarons. 

Canele Patisserie Chocolaterie is selling the teal macarons are $3 each.

Proceeds will go to Singapore Cancer Society.

Thanks Canele Patisserie Chocolaterie for the canapes.  

The chicken wrap is delectable.

The chocolate cake that taste exactly like ferrero rocher with the crunchy wafer and delicious hazelnut.

I had a great catch up with Claressa and GF.

Show your support to Positively Teal.

Participate in  Positively Teal events and help raise awareness against ovarian cancer!

Date	Event	Organiser	Details
28 May (Tue)	Mini Carnival	KKH	Time: 10 am - 3 pm Venue: KKH, Level 1, Women's Tower Podium
31 May (Fri)	Teal Day Mini Carnival	NUH, NCIS	Time: 11am - 2pm Venue: NUH Main Building Lobby B
2 Jun (Sun)	Public Forum	KKH	Time: 11.00am - 12.30pm (Registration starts at 10.30am) Venue: KKH Auditorium (Training Centre), Level 1, Women's Tower
8 Jun (Sat)	Combined Public Forum	SCS, KKH, NUH, NCIS, NCC, SGH	English Session : 10am – 1pm Mandarin Session: 2pm – 4pm Venue: Singapore Polytechnic Convention Hall (Near Dover MRT, East-West line)Click here for more information and to register.
8 & 9 Jun (Sat/Sun)	Macaron Workshop	NUH, NCIS	Morning Session: 10.30am – 1.30pm Afternoon Session: 3.00pm – 6.00pm Venue: ToTT Store, Studio 2, 896 Dunearn Road 01-01A, S(589472)

See you girls there. 

The Imperial Body Spa at Chinois Spa

Body aches and muscle tension are common problems faced by many working adults.

I am no exception. I spent nearly two third of my day in front of computer. Spending long hours on computer  not only damage our eyes, it can also lead to health problems such as backaches and losing muscles flexibility. 

I decided to pamper myself after a day of hard work.

Located at Hotel Fort Canning was Chinois Spa @ The Legends.

Chinois Spa offers an exclusive spa menu of body-works massages, facials and other pampering beauty services.

Stepping into Chinois Spa, I could feel the oriental elegance with touches of modernity.

I was excited for my spa session, I followed my therapist through the beautiful hallway.

The massage was conducted in the beautifully appointed room. 

I was so glad that I got a couple room all to myself for a good 2 hours. The room was luxury spacious which  offer shower facilities, toilet, room sandals, bathrobe, clean towels and a lavish jacuzzi.

I had my clothes changed.and ready for The Imperial treatment.

My therapy kickstart with a refreshing body scrub. It exfoliated and removed my dead skin cells, leaving my skin feeling smooth.

The therapist began with the rubbing on my back, my hands, my legs and feet. After which, I turned over and  the same procedure for the front.

After the body scrub, it's time for a shower and rinse off the granules that the scrub left behind.

After I took a quick bath, I immediately soaked myself in jacuzzi concocted with the proprietary blend of essential oils.

Ready for the plunge after a shivering shower.

I felt really pampered and I truly enjoyed this spa experience.

The cozy ambiance and soothing music made me truly relax myself. 

I heard that soaking in a hot tub helps in improving sleep as it eased our body into a relaxing state.

Life is not just about work. We should take some time off for relaxation and rejuvenate ourselves.

I can't bear to get up from the jacuzzi. 

After the soak, completely relax with a soothing full body massage. A treatment where all my senses were activated and refreshed.

Chinois Spa used only the best premium products in facials and skincare for their organic, beautifying and regenerating qualities.

The back and foot massage was shiok, the pressure applied was just right for me. It soothed my body and de-stress my muscle aches. It helped to relieve the anxiety. 

The foot massage soothed my tired feet. I don't feel any pain at all when the therapist applied the pressure at different sore point. In fact, I felt so comfortable that I nearly fell asleep.

After the therapy, I felt so refreshing.

The spa session was really good and their service was excellent.

If you like the spa amenities and facilities, do visit Chinois Spa.

As Mother's Day is coming, Chinois Spa @ Hotel Fort Canning is offering a Mother's day Promotion on Sunday, 12 May 2013. 2 hours of The Imperial package is only $128 for all mothers.

Like Chinois Spa's Facebook page to find out more about their spa menu and special promotion.

Chinois Spa is located at:

Hotel Fort Canning outlet
11 Canning Walk Level 1, the Legends
Operational Hours : 11.30am till late
Tel : 63381191

Eat at Taipei

Taipei is a world-reknown food paradise.

Now we don't need to travel to Taiwan to enjoy their endless variety of street food because Eat at Taipei 吃在台北 is available in Singapore.

Eat at Taipei brings to life Taiwanese street food subculture.

Eat at Taipei embarked on a bold new dining concept that coupled the top favourite Taiwanese street delicacies with trendy desserts.

Together with GF and Claressa at the restaurant.
The decoration of the restaurant resembled the characteristic of Taiwan night market.

We were so tired and hungry that day. We initially went to One Raffles Place with the intention of having Xiao Bar Wang. But when we were there, we discovered that the mall was having renovation. As Raflles Place has a limited choice for food, we headed down to Chinatown Point and settled down at Eat at Taipei instead.

I need a drink to cool myself down.
What beats having the all time favourite bubble milk tea?

The pearls are Q and chewy.

GF - Taiwan-style Braised Minced Pork Rice.

Claressa - Taiwanese Meat Sauce Noodles.

Sweet Potato Fries served piping hot.

Nom! Nom! Nom!

The sweet potato fries comes with sour plum powder which enhanced the flavour of the fries.

My crispy fried chicken chop.

Originating from Japanese culture, bento sets were commonly sold in Taiwan as bentos were convenient meals for busy folks.

I'm craving for their fried chicken chop. It was appetising with the red pepper powder.

We loved the Taiwanese food.

What are some of your favourite Taiwanese food?