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Singapore Leads New Global Health Initiative to Combat Chronic Oral Diseases

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The National Dental Research Institute Singapore (NDRIS) has taken a major step forward in the fight against chronic oral diseases by launching a Global Consortium of Oral Health Birth Cohort Studies (GLOBICS). The initiative aims to enhance international collaboration on research studies, allowing experts from around the world to pool their data for a more comprehensive analysis.

Singapore Introduces Air Master Service for Chronic Breathlessness

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This service, part of a wider initiative called the Breathlessness Ecosystem, is developed with an investment of S$5.8 million. It aims to assist patients in managing symptoms like breathlessness and improving their overall quality of life. The launch was held on Thursday 16 November at AWWA Centre. 

Understanding Gallbladder Diseases With Dr Lee Ser Yee

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The gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ situated beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in our digestive system. However, its health is often overlooked until discomfort and illness strike. From painful gallstones to critical inflammation, gallbladder diseases can significantly impact life quality, making awareness, timely diagnosis, and treatment imperative. We learn more about this condition with Dr Lee Ser Yee. Dr. Lee Ser Yee specialises in Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery (HPB), Liver transplantation, and minimally invasive Surgery (MIS). His area of expertise lies in minimally surgery to treat liver, gallbladder and pancreas diseases.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) with Dato’ Dr. Ong Loke Meng

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Chronic Kidney Disease, often abbreviated as CKD, is a condition characterised by a gradual loss of kidney function over time. The kidneys, a pair of bean-shaped organs below the ribcage, are essential in filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood. When CKD progresses, it can lead to kidney failure. When that happens, it necessitates dialysis or a kidney transplant. For this article, we consulted with Dato’ Dr. Ong  Yoke Meng. Dato’ Dr Ong is a nephrologist & physician at Island Hospital, Penang. He retired from the Ministry of Health (MOH) in 2022, where he served as the Head of Nephrology Services and the Head of the Department of Medicine at Penang Hospital.