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Proper prenatal care through checkups, vaccinations and nutrition guidance can help ensure healthy births and babies less at risk of nutritional issues like low birth weight and stunting. These issues can have lasting effects on both physical development and cognitive abilities of the child. 

Stay safe during the rainy season and avoiding food contamination. Learn how moisture increases the risk of food-borne illnesses and follow these expert tips for food hygiene.

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.

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.

The inaugural IHH Singapore Sea Regatta 2024 raises awareness for breast cancer. Featuring healthcare races, free mammograms and festival activities landside, the event aims to educate the public on breast health and active ageing through a vibrant two-day celebration at the Singapore Sports Hub.

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Inside NUH’s trauma centre, a multidisciplinary team works tirelessly to rescue victims of road traffic accidents. Websites like ROADS.sg aim to spread awareness of road safety messages.

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.

IHH Healthcare acquires leading medical travel hospital Island Hospital in Penang, Malaysia. The addition of Island Hospital’s specialised facilities and record of international accreditations further solidifies Penang as a premier hub for international patients in the region.

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