Browsing: trauma

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.

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.

The recent incident involving Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 has brought to light the often-overlooked health risks associated with turbulence during flights. The harrowing experience left one passenger dead from a suspected heart attack and dozens injured. It has also prompted concerns about both physical and psychological well-being among survivors. 

The Malaysian Ministry Of Health (MOH) is set to develop an action plan due to the rise of mental health issues among children, teenagers and young adults.

Where does trauma hide? This article delves into the intriguing evidence-based enquiry on whether trauma is stored in the body. 

Power Slap League, a new sport created by Dana White, involves competitors slapping each other in the face. However, medical experts and athletes have expressed concerns about its safety, citing potential injuries such as traumatic brain injury and chronic pain syndromes. Learn more about the controversy surrounding Power Slap League and what experts are saying about its safety.

Surviving an earthquake can be a traumatic and life-changing event, and the aftermath can have a profound impact on a person’s physical and mental health. The death toll from the earthquake that rocked Turkey and Syria continues to rise. 

A study found that about one third of the adults in Hong Kong disclosed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in the…