Category: Health

Enforcement measures intensify as debates continue over the potential benefits of legalizing vaping.SINGAPORE: Authorities in Singapore have ramped up their crackdown on vaping, targeting individuals in possession of e-vaporisers in a series of operations conducted at the end of 2023 and into the new year. Hundreds of individuals were fined in December as the government …

Clinics prepare with increased manpower and medication supplies ahead of possible future spikesSINGAPORE: The latest COVID-19 wave in Singapore has peaked, with patient loads gradually stabilizing, according to doctors. Despite a 20% drop from December’s peak levels, some clinics continue to manage higher-than-usual volumes of patients, predominantly those with respiratory infections.Clinics are already preparing for …

The TOPSIS programme trains security personnel and ground staff at crowded establishments to be the first line of defense against potential threats.SINGAPORE: From petty criminals to hardened terrorists, security personnel and ground staff at tourist hotspots are being trained to spot tell-tale signs that could indicate potential threats. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts …

MOH ramps up measures to manage hospital capacity and emphasizes vaccination as cases climb.SINGAPORE: Amid a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, the Ministry of Health (MOH) has strongly recommended mask-wearing in crowded spaces, even for those without symptoms, particularly indoors or when visiting vulnerable individuals.COVID-19 cases in Singapore surged to an estimated 56,043 from Dec …

Health Minister highlights the importance of annual vaccinations to mitigate future wavesSINGAPORE: Despite a recent rise in COVID-19 cases, Singapore is well-prepared to handle the situation, said Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung on Wednesday (Dec 13). Speaking during the launch of a new framework to protect healthcare workers from abuse, Mr. Ong reassured the …

Institutions emphasize preparedness, resource optimization, and prioritizing critical cases as infections rise.SINGAPORE: Hospitals across Singapore are maintaining vigilance and are prepared to respond to evolving demands as the nation sees a significant increase in COVID-19 cases. Over the past two weeks, infections surged from 22,094 to 32,035, according to the Ministry of Health (MOH).While hospitalizations …

The unforeseen challenges of COVID-19 reshaped the path to Singapore’s fourth Prime Minister.Life has a way of throwing unexpected challenges, and the COVID-19 pandemic was a monumental curveball for Singapore's leadership transition. In an alternate timeline, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat might have seamlessly stepped into the role of the country’s fourth Prime Minister. …

A first-time experience at CHAT@SCAPE reveals insights about navigating mental well-being.I’m alright—or at least I think I am. That’s what I told myself as I walked nervously through the renovated halls of *SCAPE toward CHAT@SCAPE, a mental health outreach and assessment service for youths. At 24, I had never opened up about my struggles—not even …

New Sports Centre Features State-of-the-Art Facilities and Inclusive Programs for All AgesSINGAPORE: Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, together with Sembawang GRC Member of Parliament Dr. Lim Wee Kiak, celebrated the opening of the largest ActiveSG gym in Singapore over the weekend of October 29. The 1,500-square-metre gym, located at Bukit Canberra, is part of the …

Why Many Singaporeans Turn to AI for Mental Health Support in an Affordable, Convenient WayI find myself sitting in front of my laptop, opening up to ChatGPT with the hope that it can offer some kind of solace. “Hi ChatGPT, I’m feeling lost,” I type, not knowing exactly what to expect. To my surprise, the …