Browsing: paediatrics

Are you a sleep-deprived parent praying for a full night’s rest? Explore three popular techniques that can help your baby (and you) get a better night’s sleep.

Is your child’s development on track? Paediatrician Dr Nisa Khalil explains common developmental delays in toddlers, and why early intervention matters more than ever.

Early dental care is essential for children’s growth, preventing tooth decay and fostering healthy habits. Guidelines recommend a first dental visit by age 1. The NDCS Infant Oral Health Programme offers preventive care to support a healthy smile from infancy. Commentary by Dr Bien Lai, NDCS Paediatric Dentistry Unit.

The dire shortages of nurses and nursing graduates forced the MOH to make this decision. Medical assistants are expected to fill the void left by nurses in specialist clinics. The move is meant to deal with the shortage of manpower in hospital wards, especially since the influx of COVID-19 admissions recently.