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The National University Hospital (NUH) has launched the National University Centre for Trauma. This centre focuses on comprehensive trauma care and outreach to vulnerable groups, including children, older adults, and migrant workers. The initiative aims to enhance safety and prevent trauma across Singapore.

Following the deaths of at least 1,300 people at this year’s hajj, the health of pilgrims in Saudi Arabia has become a critical issue. Witnesses and experts say a combination of scorching temperatures and difficulties with crowd control made the sacred event disorienting and dangerous. These pilgrims lack access to essential facilities like air-conditioned buses and tents. Consequently, they must endure long walks under the scorching sun without adequate protection. This situation highlights significant health risks associated with unregistered Hajj participation.

Canadian singer Céline Dion has garnered attention and admiration for bravely sharing her struggle with stiff person syndrome (SPS) in her new documentary, “I Am: Céline Dion”. In a poignant and harrowing scene, Dion, 56, is seen grappling with an agonizing SPS attack, highlighting the challenges of living with this rare condition.