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| Nov 4, 2026 | Eating less, exercising more but still gaining belly fat – menopause may be the reason | Listen
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Putting on weight seems to be inevitable as you get older. What’s more frustrating for midlife women is that exercising more and eating less has little... |
| Oct 28, 2026 | IMDA and NUH Partner in First Open Innovation Platform Collaboration in Public Healthcare | Partnership accelerates healthcare innovation by connecting real-world hospital needs with technology expertise
SINGAPORE, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and the National University Hospital (N... |
| Oct 23, 2026 | NUH OPHTHALMOLOGY AT 40: FOUR DECADES OF TRANSFORMING EYE CARE | The Department marks its anniversary by spotlighting innovations in multidisciplinary and minimally invasive care, alongside a flagship international congress that fosters global collaboration in ophthalmology
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| Oct 22, 2026 | NUH WINS GOLD AT IHF AWARDS 2026 FOR GREEN OPERATING THEATRE PROGRAMME | NUH won Gold and received an Honourable Mention for its sustainability efforts at the International Hospital Federation Awards 2026, alongside presentations of its green surgical initiatives, digital health and organisational improvement in... |
| Oct 17, 2026 | TCM providers, practitioners can apply for accreditation from Oct 17; first 5 clinics granted status | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Five traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) providers have become the first in Singapore to receive accreditation under a new national programme... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Services restored after hours-long disruption at public healthcare clusters; no indication of cyberattack: Health tech agency | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Systems across Singapore's public healthcare institutions were fully restored on Tuesday (Oct 13) after a disruption lasting about nine... |
| Oct 9, 2026 | The haze is back: Do you need an N95 mask? What about a surgical mask? | Well, the haze is back. And in full force. But does that mean you need to reach for an N95 mask whenever you head outdoors? And will the surgical or fabric masks you used during the COVID-19 pandemic offer enough protection? Here's wha... |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Allergic to prawns? A Singapore trial is studying whether you can build up a tolerance | Listen
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For those with a prawn allergy, avoiding a severe, life-threatening, anaphylactic reaction might sound simple enough: don't eat prawns.
But in Sin... |
| Sep 22, 2026 | NUH ENDOCRINOLOGY TEAM SHOWCASES END-TO-END CARE MODEL THAT PROTECTS HOSPITALISED PATIENTS WITH DIABETES MELLITUS (DM) ACROSS THEIR CARE JOURNEY | NUH's Inpatient DM management team highlights how safe prescribing is strengthened through proactive monitoring, rapid intervention and coordinated care transitions.
SINGAPORE, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newer diabetes treatments a... |
| Sep 2, 2026 | More hidden adults emerging in Singapore as social workers take outreach online | Listen
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SINGAPORE: On screen, Ms Stephanie Tan navigates a long-haired wanderer through the sprawling world of Where Winds Meet, an action-adventure role-play... |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Singapore teen births at lowest in over 20 years; safe, judgment-free environment key to seeking help: Experts | Listen
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SINGAPORE: When Ms Jannyce Lim gave birth at 19, some relatives frowned on her decision to become a mother so young.
She struggled with postpartum dep... |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Always tripping or spraining your ankles? When ‘clumsiness’ could be a genetic nerve disorder | Listen
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The odd stubbed toe, ankle sprain, missed footing when stepping up a curb… we all have our moments of clumsiness as able-bodied adults. But when those... |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Why you should pay attention to your vaginal microbiome – and how to keep it healthy | Listen
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You may have heard that a balanced and healthy microbiome is important for well-being, from regulating the immune system to protecting the body from ge... |
| Aug 28, 2026 | From painkillers to acupuncture: Singapore's public hospitals expand TCM use in acute care | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A patient arriving at a hospital emergency department with severe acute back pain might expect painkillers, scans or physiotherapy.
But at s... |
| Aug 26, 2026 | HIMSS Signs Historic MOUs at HIMSS26 APAC to Measure AI Value and Accelerate Malaysia’s ‘1 Person, 1 Record’ | What You Should Know
At the HIMSS26 APAC Health Conference & Exhibition in Singapore (co-hosted with SingHealth), HIMSS executed two major Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and a national digital health maturity partnership.
Establish... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Man with knife in Clementi disarmed by member of public, taken to hospital with self-inflicted wounds | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A 34-year-old man with a knife was disarmed by a member of the public in Clementi on Monday (Aug 10) before being taken to hospital with inj... |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Man, 59, charged with murder after fatal fight at Lengkok Bahru | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A 59-year-old man was charged on Wednesday (Jul 22) with murder following a fatal fight at Lengkok Bahru on Monday.
Ng Swee Seng was arreste... |
| Jul 15, 2026 | NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TO EXPAND WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY FOR PATIENT MONITORING FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL PILOT | Continuous smartwatch monitoring shown to safely support post-surgical care, reducing disruptions for patients and easing nursing time for direct patient care
SINGAPORE, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National University Hospital (NUH) i... |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Twisted your knee? Heard a pop? How to tell what you've injured and when to seek treatment | Listen
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Your knees are some of the most hardworking joints in your body. They don’t just support your weight, they also absorb the impact of every step you ta... |
| Jul 11, 2026 | They shut themselves away for years. Now these hidden youth are trying to return to the world | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The first time Danzel Panniachelvam tried to disappear, he was a primary school pupil hiding under his bed. He had told his mother he was b... |
| Jul 3, 2026 | Winning at what cost? More children getting hurt amid growing pressure to excel in youth sports | Listen
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Gwenaelle Mak was just five years old when she fell in love with artistic gymnastics.
At age six, when most of her kindergarten peers were learning ho... |
| Jul 3, 2026 | Singapore to open selected sectors to Timor-Leste workers next year: PM Wong | Listen
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DILI, Timor-Leste: Singapore will open the construction, marine shipyard and process sectors to workers from Timor-Leste next year, Prime Minister Lawr... |
| May 28, 2026 | 'I'm lucky to be alive': Actor Richard Low reveals 6-day hospital stay after bowel and bladder scare | Listen
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Growing older inevitably comes with its fair share of health scares – and veteran actor Richard Low is the latest celebrity to open up about one.
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| May 27, 2026 | Man, 22, to be charged with murder after woman found dead at Choa Chu Kang block | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A 22-year-old man will be charged for his alleged involvement in the murder of a 21-year-old woman, said the police on Wednesday (May 27).
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| May 21, 2026 | Singapore monitoring rise in COVID-19 infections; current vaccine still effective for protection | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on Thursday (May 21) said it is monitoring an increase in COVID-19 infections in Singapore, amid a re... |
| May 13, 2026 | More pregnant women taking respiratory virus vaccine, but uptake still low | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Nearly two years after Singapore approved a vaccine for pregnant women to protect their newborns against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), ... |
| May 13, 2026 | Clayable Celebrates 8 Years of Bringing Creative Wellness and Pottery Experiences to Singapore | SINGAPORE, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Local pottery studio Clayable is celebrating its 8th anniversary milestone after welcoming more than 10,000 participants through its pottery workshops, corporate events and private celebrations over t... |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Shingles: More than a rash, a painful condition not to ignore | Listen
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When Mediacorp artiste and member of the OG Gang member Chen Shu Cheng first noticed small, red, itchy spots on the right side of his waist, he initial... |
| Apr 22, 2026 | NEW TELE-DENTISTRY PROGRAMME SUPPORTS EARLY INTERVENTION FOR CHILDREN AT RISK OF CARIES | Targeting vulnerable families, the collaborative programme empowers parents with personalised insights and clear, prioritised guidance for their children's oral care
SINGAPORE, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For many families, dental c... |
| Mar 31, 2026 | NUH LAUNCHES INNOVATION HUB TO ACCELERATE SMART SOLUTIONS AND TRANSFORM HEALTHCARE DELIVERY | By driving a robust culture of innovation, the hub will provide a collaborative space to test and scale solutions with partners, speeding progress in patient care and operations
SINGAPORE, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Univers... |
| Mar 30, 2026 | CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AND BEYOND OF LIFE AFTER ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION AT THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY CENTRE FOR ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION | Honouring 35 patients who stand as inspiring examples of resilience, underscoring the long-term success of organ transplantation
SINGAPORE, March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For transplant recipients, reaching the 25-year mark is a significant... |
| Mar 27, 2026 | 'Grieving who I used to be': When a stroke hits in your 30s | Listen
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For most adults, their 30s are a time to think about starting a family, ticking off more places on their travel list, and maybe moving into a new home... |
| Mar 12, 2026 | Piles affect 1 in 3 people in Singapore: What triggers the pain and how do you treat it? | Listen
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If you suffer from haemorrhoids or piles (and we do mean suffer in the highest degree known to humankind), misery loves company because one in three pe... |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Thinning hair or normal shedding? What to look for and what may help | Listen
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Most people shed 50 to 150 strands of hair a day. That is normal, because these hairs are replaced as part of the growth cycle. But if thinning is beco... |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Elvin Ng’s eye surgery: Retinal detachment, myopia and the warning signs you should not ignore | Listen
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Blurry far vision, glasses and contact lenses – short-sighted Singaporeans are more than familiar with this myopia starter pack. But what can also pote... |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Singapore authorities warn against illegal injectable peptides sold online for weight loss, muscle gain | Listen
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SINGAPORE: When personal trainer Adrian Tan meets his clients for fitness sessions, most ask him about peptides in hopes of gaining an extra edge.
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| Jan 19, 2026 | Ageing, smoking, oral bacteria and genetic mutations linked to higher stomach cancer risk | Duke-NUS and NUHS scientists uncover a complex web of genetic, age-related and microbial factors that increase the risk of stomach cancer.
Age-related blood cell mutations may trigger early changes in the stomach lining, offering new insigh... |
| Jan 16, 2026 | NUH INAUGURATES NEW CENTRE TO ADVANCE PREDICTIVE AND ACCESSIBLE CARE FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH | The National University Centre for Digestive Health heralds a new era of care through quicker cross-referrals to surgical specialties, strengthened community partnerships and patient-friendly treatment delivery
SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRN... |
| Jan 6, 2026 | NMP appointee Haresh Singaraju says he is no longer a PAP member after party shirt photo surfaces | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Dr Haresh Singaraju, one of nine individuals set to be appointed as Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs), has clarified that he is no long... |
| Jan 6, 2026 | Art therapy gains ground in Singapore hospitals, but lack of regulation raises concerns | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Art therapy is gaining traction across Singapore’s hospitals as a way to help patients with their mental health, particularly for those copi... |
| 2026 | ‘I don’t let my background stop me’: This nurse-turned-hospital CEO wants to lead with an open mind | Listen
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Margaret Lee is aware of how unusual her career path is in the healthcare landscape.
She is one of the few nurses in Singapore to take up a C-suite pos... |
| Dec 26, 2025 | Why do our feet change size – and suffer from flat feet, bunions and aches – from baby to middle age? | New: You can now listen to articles.
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They say that the average human walks more than 120,000km in a lifetime – enough to circumnavigate the equator three times over. Okay, maybe fewer for those struggl... |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Kidney disease cases are on the rise. Can Singapore's healthcare system cope? | New: You can now listen to articles.
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As the afternoon session begins at a National Kidney Foundation (NKF) dialysis centre in Ang Mo Kio, Mr Amer Mohamed, 68, sets up his own dialysis machine while nur... |
| Nov 17, 2025 | NUH Unveils New One-Stop Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand & Reconstructive Microsurgery Centres | Integrated hub redefines patient care, sustainability and future-ready design
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 November 2025 – The National University Hospital (NUH) has launched the new Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand & Reconstruc... |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Agilent and National Heart Centre Singapore Sign Agreement to Advance Metabolic Heart Failure Research | Research focuses on human cardiac organoids to uncover metabolic drivers of heart failure and accelerate new therapeutic strategies to improve cardiovascular outcomes
SINGAPORE, Nov. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:... |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Afraid of needles? Tips to ease your anxiety whether you’re drawing blood, getting an injection or doing Botox | Listen
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No one likes needles. But there are times when they do get under your skin, quite literally, like during vaccination, having your blood drawn for a hea... |
| Oct 31, 2025 | Gene therapy could become mainstream in Singapore by 2030s, but ethical concerns remain | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Within the next decade, gene therapy could offer effective treatments for more patients with genetic diseases.
Medical researchers in Singap... |
| Oct 23, 2025 | More Singapore parents heading to Johor for postnatal confinement services; doctors note travel risks | New: You can now listen to articles.
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SINGAPORE: Drawn by lower prices and the convenience of a specialised team caring for their newborns, more parents from Singapore are heading to Johor for post-chil... |
| Oct 17, 2025 | /C O R R E C T I O N -- Siemens Healthineers/ | In the news release, NUH And NUS Launch New Molecular Imaging And Theranostic Centre To Strengthen Patient Care And Research, issued 16-Oct-2025 by Siemens Healthineers over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the headline and 1... |
| Oct 9, 2025 | NUH Puts Patients’ Priorities First Through Appropriate Care | This pioneering initiative by the hospital can cut unnecessary interventions, optimise health outcomes and deliver sustainable care
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2025 – Imagine your next specialist’s appointment at a hospi... |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Siemens Healthineers and National University Hospital Partner on Research to Advance Non-Invasive Liver Disease Diagnostics | Partnership will evaluate advanced ultrasound technologies to improve early detection and monitoring of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease
Advancing ultrasound technologies that are safer, more accessible alternatives ... |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Risk of malnutrition on the rise among older adults in Singapore, hospitals warn | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Several hospitals in Singapore have been seeing more cases of older adults at risk of malnutrition in the past two years, due to factors lik... |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Middle-age muscle loss is real and why hitting 40 means upping your protein game | Listen
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You’ve read that you need more muscle-building protein in your diet as you get older. But why and how much counts as more?
After all, isn’t there alre... |
| Sep 9, 2025 | How to prepare your body and mind for pregnancy after a miscarriage | Listen
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You were elated when the pregnancy test showed two pink lines. Now, your dreams of becoming a mother are shattered, leaving nothing but grief and a sen... |
| Aug 27, 2025 | NUHS SPEARHEADS AI-POWERED BRAIN CARE PROGRAMME TO TACKLE UNDERDIAGNOSIS AND IMPROVE PREVENTION OF DEMENTIA | Novel initiative in Asia integrates predictive AI with personalised health coaching to empower early action and prevention
SINGAPORE, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dementia remains a hidden epidemic in Singapore, with slightly more than hal... |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Teens behaving badly? What literally goes on in their brains when they drink, skip meals or sleep less | Listen
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Every generation has something to say about the one before. If you're talking about teenagers, well, there's plenty for fodder in the news. ... |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Can magnesium really help you sleep better – or just give you weird dreams? | Listen
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In the world of supplements, magnesium is hogging the spotlight for one very coveted but still-unproven benefit: Better sleep. Even if you haven’t seen... |
| Jul 18, 2025 | 'Frustrating, stressful': The challenges faced by adults who develop allergies later in life | Listen
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In February this year, a typical day for Ms Teo Ying Ying turned into a distressing hospital visit and a confronting new chapter of her life.
The 27-y... |
| Jul 12, 2025 | Laced and lethal: How 'Kpods' are hooking youths and exploiting legal grey areas | Listen
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Warning: This story contains a reference to suicide.
When David (not his real name) first tried an e-vaporiser offered by friends in January last year... |
| Jul 3, 2025 | AweMed Series Sponsors Eczema Family Day 2025 to Support Singapore’s Sensitive Skin Community | SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2025 – AweMed®, a skincare brand developed in collaboration with local dermatologists and paediatricians, sponsored the Eczema Family Day 2025—an annual event organised by Eczema Support Group Si... |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 2,000 children to take part in food allergy study as clinic cases rise in Singapore | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Ms Amanda Chan's son Corey was about four months old when she learnt that he had food allergies, setting off an "incredibly tough&... |
| Jun 23, 2025 | Safety protocols adhered to in incident involving cyclist hit by bullet near Nee Soon range: MINDEF | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) on Monday (Jun 23) said that investigations into an incident involving a cyclist who suffered a gunshot wou... |
| Jun 21, 2025 | The Cost of Survival: A Journey Through Cancer and Family Bonds | In the world of cancer, the battle is often fought on multiple fronts. For Kiranjeet Kaur, a 55-year-old teacher, the fight began with a diagnosis that shook her to the core. In July 2023, she learned she had Stage 2 breast cancer. But this... |
| Jun 21, 2025 | The Battle Within: A Journey Through Cancer and Family Resilience | Cancer is a thief. It steals peace, joy, and sometimes, life itself. For Kiranjeet Kaur, it was a thief that came knocking unexpectedly. In July 2023, at the age of 53, she received a diagnosis that would change her life forever: Stage 2 br... |
| Jun 20, 2025 | Cyclist did not report gunshot wound at point of admission, says NUH | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A man who suffered a gunshot wound while cycling in a restricted forested area near Nee Soon Range did not disclose upon admission to the ho... |
| Jun 16, 2025 | She had her breasts, uterus and ovaries removed due to a cancer gene mutation – and found strength in family | New: You can now listen to articles.
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Learning you have cancer is tough. Finding out you carry a cancer-related gene mutation can feel even tougher.
In July 2023, Kiranjeet Kaur was diagnosed with Stage... |
| May 26, 2025 | Raising healthy children, one habit at a time | Listen
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Whenever Dr Nicholas Ng Beng Hui pulls out his phone at the dinner table for work, his children, aged two and five and a half, are quick to remind him ... |
| May 23, 2025 | 10 years in Clementi: Tan Wu Meng on politics, family and the sacrifices he had to make | Listen
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SINGAPORE: “I never wanted to let you see me cry.” Those words from his then-nine-year-old daughter struck Dr Tan Wu Meng deeply.
The former MP was rec... |
| May 16, 2025 | The Dark Side of Fame: Cassie's Testimony Against Diddy | In a courtroom filled with tension, Cassie Ventura, the former girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, painted a harrowing picture of her decade-long relationship with the music mogul. Her testimony, delivered with raw emotion, revealed a world o... |
| May 14, 2025 | Emergency or not? How to tell when your child needs urgent medical care | New: You can now listen to articles.
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Every parent who has cared for a sick child knows that heart-racing moment of anxiety when their child’s fever suddenly spikes or unusual symptoms show up. But how ... |
| May 7, 2025 | The Heart of Fostering: Building Families Beyond Blood | In a world where family often means blood ties, the story of Nasrin Shah Beevi challenges that notion. She is a beacon of hope, a mother who has embraced the complexities of fostering. At 35, Nasrin has raised six children, all of whom came... |
| May 3, 2025 | She lost a baby patient 14 years ago as a junior doctor – now she fights to save others from rare diseases | Listen
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The baby was gravely ill from the moment she was born – her red blood cells, which carry oxygen to her body and vital organs, were breaking down faster... |
| Apr 23, 2025 | The Battle for Singapore: A Political Landscape Shifting Towards Change | As Singapore gears up for its 2025 General Election, the political landscape is buzzing with energy. The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) has launched a manifesto that aims to reshape the nation’s economic, healthcare, housing, education, a... |
| Apr 20, 2025 | GE2025: Singapore Democratic Party launches manifesto, calls for changes to economic, healthcare and housing policies | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) launched its manifesto on Sunday (Apr 20), unveiling policies around cost of living, healthcare, housi... |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Menopause, poor muscle strength, leaking urine: How this 10-year study is helping women understand midlife health | Listen
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A long-term programme by the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the National University Hospital (NUH) is aiming to answer questions about the ... |
| Apr 6, 2025 | Rising Trauma Cases and Humanitarian Response: A Tale of Urgency and Solidarity | In the heart of Singapore, a troubling trend has emerged. Trauma cases are on the rise. The National Trauma Registry reports a staggering 22% increase in moderate to severe injuries from 2021 to 2023. This surge paints a stark picture of vu... |
| Apr 6, 2025 | Singapore's Health Crisis: A Dual Battle Against Diet and Trauma | In the heart of Singapore, two pressing health issues loom large: the rise in chronic diseases linked to poor dietary habits and a troubling increase in trauma injuries. Both challenges are calling for urgent attention and innovative soluti... |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Moderate and severe trauma injury cases up 22% in Singapore from 2021 to 2023 | Listen
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SINGAPORE: When Madhivadhana Sathiyamoorthi was 4 years old, playing with a puzzle made of magnetic beads almost killed her.
Her family had to rush her... |
| Feb 13, 2025 | How common is vasectomy in Singapore? Is it reversible? Here’s what men should know | Listen
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Gentlemen, your plans for a romantic night with your lady on Valentine’s Day might already be one-upped by what a Taiwanese plastic surgeon did for his... |
| Feb 12, 2025 | Alexandra Hospital develops world's novel A.I. algorithm (with international patent) that enhances accuracy and efficiency of robotic total knee replacement | Newspoints:
An A.I. algorithm for robotic total knee replacement (rTKR) has secured an international Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) patent[1], that protects this algorithm for robotic total knee replacement for its uniqueness, exclusivity,... |
| Feb 5, 2025 | Why women should pay attention to their pelvic floor muscles: Urine leaks, poor sexual health and other issues | New: You can now listen to articles.
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It starts off as a minor inconvenience. An accidental leak while exercising or sneezing. Passing wind unexpectedly when lifting groceries. Sex feels less satisfying... |
| Jan 15, 2025 | The Lifesaving Race Against Time: Enhancing Stroke Care with Angels Initiative | Every second counts. When a stroke strikes, the clock starts ticking. The difference between life and death often hinges on minutes. The Angels Initiative understands this urgency. It aims to transform hospitals into "stroke-ready"... |
| Jan 15, 2025 | Every minute counts: How Angels Initiative saves lives by elevating hospital preparedness | Listen
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When a person suffers a stroke, every passing minute is vital. Timely treatment, especially within the first four hours, can vastly improve survival ra... |
| Jan 13, 2025 | ‘Game changer’: New app for parents to check jaundice in Asian newborns being tested | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Parents may soon be able to scan for signs of jaundice in their newborns from the comfort of home via an app developed specifically for the ... |
| Jan 7, 2025 | Rising Respiratory Illnesses: The HMPV Surge in China and Beyond | As winter blankets northern China, a familiar chill creeps into the air. But this year, it carries more than just cold. The human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is making headlines, raising alarms among health officials and parents alike. This resp... |
| Jan 7, 2025 | CNA Explains: What is HMPV, why are cases rising in China and should you be worried? | Listen
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SINGAPORE: China is seeing a surge in respiratory infections, including cases of the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) amid an annual winter spike... |
| Dec 22, 2024 | The Silent Struggle: Navigating Lactose Intolerance and Environmental Awakening | Lactose intolerance is a silent struggle for many. It’s like a hidden monster lurking in the shadows, waiting to pounce at the most inconvenient moments. For millions, dairy products become a minefield. One wrong move, and the consequences ... |
| Dec 21, 2024 | Why don’t we know much about periods, menopause and heart disease in women? A gender gap exists in healthcare | Listen
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Have you ever wondered why there’s no targeted medication for menstrual cramps and women are instead given generic painkillers? Why are conditions lik... |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Are you lactose intolerant? Health experts explain how lactase supplements work to help you | Listen
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As a person with lactose intolerance, I can tell you one thing: It’s no fun living as a human gas bag. In this age of inclusivity, this is one club I w... |
| Dec 12, 2024 | Navigating the Risks of Neck Manipulation: A Cautionary Tale | In the world of wellness, neck massages and cracking have become popular remedies for tension and discomfort. However, a recent tragedy in Thailand has cast a shadow over these practices. A young singer died after a series of massages that ... |
| Dec 12, 2024 | The Standing Dilemma: Is It Time to Rethink Our Posture? | In the modern world, we often hear that sitting is the new smoking. It’s a catchy phrase, a wake-up call wrapped in a metaphor. But what if standing isn’t the golden ticket we thought it was? Recent studies suggest that prolonged standing m... |
| Dec 11, 2024 | Neck cracking and massages: How can we protect ourselves from potential injuries? | Listen to this article
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| Dec 1, 2024 | The Dark Side of Despair: A Look at Stalking and Mental Health in Singapore | In Singapore, the shadows of mental health issues loom large. Recent incidents highlight the urgent need for a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding mental illness and its consequences. One such case involved a 45-year-old ma... |
| Nov 29, 2024 | More Singaporeans are being prescribed antidepressants. Is this a cause for concern? | Listen to this article
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| Nov 29, 2024 | My daughter has a developmental delay. We fight for her every day, but we can't do it alone | Listen to this article
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| Nov 27, 2024 | Why some people are more prone to ankle sprains and how to help your injuries heal faster | Listen to this article
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| Nov 23, 2024 | New ambulance traffic priority system for life-threatening cases activated 76 times in three months | Listen to this article
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| Nov 13, 2024 | Are you managing your diabetes as well as you think you are? Probably not, according to this new survey | Listen to this article
Are you managing your diabetes as well as you think you are? Probably not, according to this new survey
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| Nov 10, 2024 | Police step up patrols at places of worship after St Joseph's Church stabbing | Listen to this article
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