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Updates on Kate Middleton’s Cancer Journey
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.
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Healthcare communities unite at IHH Singapore Sea Regatta
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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Researchers Unveil Speech Clues to Dementia
Recent linguistic research in Singapore leveraging computational analysis of natural speech and sentence repetition tasks has demonstrated that subtle impairments in language skills can serve as early indicators of cognitive decline.
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The Lifeline of Trauma Care and Its Message For Road Safety
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.
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AI Platform from NUS Shows Promising Results in Treating Rare Cancer
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.
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Island Hospital Acquisition to Cement Penang’s Position as a Leading Medical Travel Hub
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.
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MOH Introduces Subsidies for Cell, Tissue, and Gene Therapies in Singapore
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
Medical Investigations
Why ADHD Is Diagnosed Differently in Girls vs. Boys
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.
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Golden Ava Fined $8,000 by SFA for Illegal Meat Import from Myanmar
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.
Cancer
The Impact of Parental Technology Use on Child Development
Parental technoference significantly disrupts family interactions, negatively impacting child behavior and mental health. Understanding the implications of technoference is essential for fostering healthier family dynamics and supporting child development.
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Medical Investigations
Why Is Polio Still a Threat Today?
Despite global campaigns to wipe out polio, this deadly virus is still making a comeback in some parts of the world. Southeast Asia has managed
Mental Health
How Common Is OCD in Singapore?
1 in 28 Singaporeans struggle with OCD, but it’s more than just an urge to be neat. We spoke to Dr Jared Ng, Senior Consultant
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