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With patients turning to Dr Google or ChatGPT more than ever, content marketing is key for healthcare practices to position themselves as trusted online sources. When done effectively, educational content transforms online searches into informed patients by establishing credibility and answering questions, building early trust in providers.
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A recent study reveals autism rates in Singapore are rising as earlier detection improves, with over 1 in 100 children diagnosed by age 18 months. While childhood support is growing, experts warn of stresses on therapists and educators, and many families still struggle to access adequate long-term resources and care into adulthood.
TikTok’s blackout challenge, which dares users to choke themselves until passing out, can cause irreversible brain damage in under five minutes. The risky trend has been around for over 15 years since 2008. Parents must be vigilant to help prevent children from risking their lives for these viral trends.
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued urgent recalls for the two mooncake brands just days before the Mid-Autumn Festival, due to excessive levels of bacteria found.
In an emotional video message, Kate Middleton reflected on the challenges of her cancer journey and her focus on staying cancer-free post chemotherapy treatment. Her journey serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection and proactive healthcare.
In a trial led by NUS, artificial intelligence platform CURATE.AI personalised treatment for a rare blood cancer patient by dynamically adjusting their drug dosages based on real-time responses. This AI-guided approach improved the patient’s condition while reducing costs and side effects by delivering precisely dosed medications through an evolving personalised profile.
From 1 August 2024, Singapore’s Ministry of Health has introduced substantial subsidies for high-cost cell, tissue, and gene therapies, providing a lifeline for patients needing advanced treatments such as CAR T-cell therapy. The subsidies are aimed at making these treatments more accessible by adjusting the coverage based on household income and patient needs, with caps of up to $150,000 for citizens and $45,000 for permanent residents
While ADHD affects children of all genders, girls frequently face barriers to accurate diagnosis. This diagnostic gap persists internationally, with research finding that girls receive medical care for ADHD significantly later than boys on average.
Golden Ava International has been hit with an $8,000 fine for smuggling illegal meat from Myanmar, as Singapore tightens its grip on unauthorised food imports. A local company has been fined for an illegal meat import in Singapore, involving approximately 15 kg of assorted meat products from Myanmar. The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) uncovered the illegal shipment during a routine inspection on 13 May 2023, which included chicken sausages and canned chicken. Authorities seized the meat products, intended for sale, after they failed to meet Singapore’s strict import regulations. Image: Food product seized by SFA After the investigation, authorities charged…
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