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Dual task training combines physical exercise with mental tasks, enhancing brain health, coordination, and cognitive performance. Gyms like SPARKD in Singapore are leading the way, helping people of all ages stay fit and sharp through holistic training.

The Child and Adolescent Family Support Services (CAFSS) programme at NUH, supported by the EtonHouse Community Fund (ECF), provides subsidised psychosocial therapy for families managing chronic illnesses. For Mdm Adilah, this support was a lifeline in repairing strained family bonds following the diagnosis of their daughter Aafiyah.

As mental health issues surge in Malaysia, with depression and suicide rates climbing alarmingly, the nation faces urgent challenges in access to care and stigma. Could AI-powered solutions bridge the gap and offer hope for a more accessible mental health landscape?

The World Needs Science, and Science Needs Women. Recognised at the 2024 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science awards, these female Singaporean scientists are inspiring the next generation of diverse innovators.

Singapore’s BRAVE study, led by the Institute of Mental Health, invites up to 40,000 families to screen children aged 8–18 for ADHD, autism, and depression. Participants flagged at risk receive free diagnostic tests and guidance on follow-up care.

The Singapore Red Cross reports a shortage of AB- and AB+ blood supplies, critical for emergencies and treatments. Hospitals use 15 blood units hourly, and one donation can save up to three lives. Here’s how you can make a difference!

A CARE Singapore-Milieu Insight survey reveals key mental health struggles among Singaporean youth. Fear of burdening others and stigma are major barriers to help-seeking, highlighting the need for targeted programmes to close the gap in mental health education.

Feeling vulnerable? “Ipar Adalah Maut” might trigger more than just tears. From emotional intensity to physical symptoms, find out how films like this can affect your health. Are you ready for the emotional rollercoaster – or should you skip this one?

SmartRPD combines digital workflows and 3D printing to transform dentures production. It improves accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability, enhancing elderly oral healthcare and addressing the growing dental care demand in Singapore.

Singapore’s HPB partners with Google and Abbott on tech-driven programmes like HealthTrack SG and DigiCoach, using wearables and real-time insights to help manage diabetes and hypertension. These pilots focus on prevention and scalable solutions for better health outcomes.