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Analysing the Connection Between Air Quality and Mental Health

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Complementing these findings, a new study in China proved that improving air quality significantly declined suicide rates. By meticulously analysing data over several years, researchers found a clear, inverse relationship between air quality improvements and suicide incidences. This statistical study estimates that PM2.5 reductions under China’s Air Pollution Action Plan prevented 13,000–79,000 (95% confidence interval) suicides over 2013–2017. Therefore, environmental policies and concerted efforts to cleanse the air can yield significant mental health benefits.

These studies serve as a reminder of the urgent need for countries across Asia and the globe to address air pollution as a multifaceted health hazard and emphasise the importance of considering environmental risk factors, including air pollution, in understanding and addressing the causes of psychiatric disorders.

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National Dental Centre Singapore Easing Dental Anxiety in Children with “Laughing Gas”

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National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) has recently launched a nitrous oxide sedation service, specifically designed to alleviate dental anxiety in paediatric patients. Nitrous oxide sedation is a lower-risk alternative to General Anaesthesia (GA), particularly for complex dental treatments. It offers mild sedation, making it safer for the respiratory system and blood flow. Another advantage is its rapid elimination from the body, allowing for a quicker recovery.

Singapore Introduces Air Master Service for Chronic Breathlessness

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This service, part of a wider initiative called the Breathlessness Ecosystem, is developed with an investment of S$5.8 million. It aims to assist patients in managing symptoms like breathlessness and improving their overall quality of life. The launch was held on Thursday 16 November at AWWA Centre. 

Zuranolone – Another Hope For Postpartum Depression

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As postpartum depression shadows the joy of many new mothers, Zuranolone emerges as a promising oral alternative, addressing the constraints of the current intravenous treatment.

Postpartum depression (PPD) occurs in about 6.5% to 20% of women[1]. While the birth of a child is traditionally associated with happiness and celebration, some find themselves grappling with a profound sense of sadness, anxiety, and emotional turmoil in the weeks or months following childbirth. Risk factors include depression prior to or during pregnancy, experiencing stressful events during pregnancy, low levels of social and familial support, obstetric complications etc. Not only does untreated PPD affect the mother, it can adversely impact the infant as well as their partners.  Women with PPD are at a higher risk of alcohol and/or substance abuse, while negative maternal-infant interactions have been known to affect cognitive functioning and emotional development in children [2]. 

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Common Pregnancy Conditions and Effective Treatment Strategies

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Pregnancy is a transformative period in a woman’s life, filled with the joy of anticipation and the complexity of physical changes. While it is a natural process, pregnancy can sometimes be accompanied by several health conditions that need appropriate care and management. Here are some common pregnancy conditions and suggested treatments for each.