The National Population Health Survey 2022 revealed that only 37.6% of Singaporean women aged 50 to 69 had gone for a mammography in the past two years which is below the World Health Organization’s recommended level, with bottlenecks such as long waiting time and shortage of radiologists.
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The Law Enforcement and Other Matters Act contains provisions to expand the police’s power to apprehend someone undergoing a mental health crisis. These provisions stated that if a police officer reasonably believes that a person may be a danger to themselves or others, then that is sufficient basis for the officer to believe that the person is “mentally disordered”.
Under this premise, when does an arrest become necessary? How do we then find a balance between upholding public safety and respect of the person in crisis?
Hear from Assistant Professor Rayner Tan and other co-authors as they gave their expert opinion on this complex issue, advocating for more careful and empathetic consideration of the mental health complexities.
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Singapore’s tuberculosis (TB) cases have decreased slightly to 1,201 in 2023, primarily affecting the elderly and males, including two cases of multi-drug resistant TB. Despite a slight decline, TB remains endemic, with 220 new diagnoses in early 2024.
There is thus a need for more updated guidelines and better ways to control and treat the disease. Hear from Prof Hsu Li Yang, Vice Dean (Global Health), SSHSPH, who was involved in the updated guidelines, as he shares how the revised guidelines aims to be more patient-centric while supporting Singapore’s goal of TB elimination.
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At a recent seminar organised by the Social Service Research Centre, Assoc Prof Mythily Subramaniam, emphasised the critical role interpersonal relationships, regular exercise and good eating habits in building mental resilience amongst youths. Gracing the event, Senior Minister of State for Health, Dr Janil Puthucheary, also called for Singapore to pivot its focus to early prevention and detection, including identifying relevant risk factors and cultivating psychological resilience from a young age, in order to progress further in efforts tackling the increasing mental health challenges adolescents face.
The ‘Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes’ (GUSTO) study—a collaboration between A*STAR’s Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences, KKH, NUHS and NUS—has brought to light a health concern, that is, 18% of children in Singapore are on the path towards unhealthy lifestyles, marked by minimal physical activity, excessive screen time, and a love for ultra-processed foods. This has led to a troubling trend, with them being likely to develop pre-hypertension and elevated diastolic blood pressure – issues that could usher in a host of health challenges later in life.
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Congratulations to Associate Professor Mary Chong on her appointment as Programme Director of Master of Public Health (MPH) with effect from 1 Jan 2024.
Mary is a distinguished researcher specialising in Maternal and Child Nutrition. With a background as a clinical dietitian and a PhD from the University of Oxford, UK, she leads the nutrition domain of the Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes (GUSTO) study, alongside contributing to pre-conception research like SPRESTO and NiPPeR. Mary’s innovative approach integrates web-based technologies to explore the intricate link between diet, lifestyle behaviours, and health outcomes in children and adults.
Alongside her research commitments, Mary actively contributes to shaping the future of public health professionals. She shares her expertise in maternal and child nutrition through teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as coordinating 2 core courses for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programme – SPH5001 Foundations for Public Health and SPH5003 Health Behaviour and Communications. Furthermore, Mary has been instrumental in spearheading the ongoing review of the MPH programme, actively leading and ensuring progress. Simultaneously, she plays a significant role in the assessment and enhancement courses within the School.
Her dedication to both research and teaching demonstrates her firm commitment to translating her research findings into education and contributing to public health.
Are you currently between the ages of 50 and 85, looking for a way to boost your well-being?
The Urban Care Farming Study, a collaborative effort between the NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, NParks, and HortiTherapeutics, invites you to join us for a research initiative that aims to explore the benefits of urban farming and horticulture on physical and mental well-being.
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Heartiest congratulations to Prof Saw Seang Mei, who was recently honoured as one of Asia’s Top 50 Women Tech Leaders at the Inaugural Asia Women Tech Leaders Award (AWTLA) event. Held at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands on the occasion of International Women’s Day (8 March), the event showcased the exceptional achievements of women at the forefront of technological breakthroughs and innovations across Asia.
We are excited to showcase the “Birthing on the Way” project, led by Esther Sharma, PhD student at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and professional midwife. The project, supervised by our school faculty, Assoc Prof Natasha Howard—who also holds a joint appointment with LSHTM—delves into the perinatal experiences of Afghan women migrating through Serbia en route to the EU, and the perspectives of those working in various capacities with women during pregnancy or birth. It aims to provide them a platform to voice their experiences and influence the support provided by NGOs and health professionals.
Birthing on the Way: Perinatal Experiences of Afghan Women Read More »
Congratulations to Associate Professor Mary Chong on her appointment as Programme Director of Master of Public Health (MPH) with effect from 1 Jan 2024.
Mary is a distinguished researcher specialising in Maternal and Child Nutrition. With a background as a clinical dietitian and a PhD from the University of Oxford, UK, she leads the nutrition domain of the Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes (GUSTO) study, alongside contributing to pre-conception research like SPRESTO and NiPPeR. Mary’s innovative approach integrates web-based technologies to explore the intricate link between diet, lifestyle behaviours, and health outcomes in children and adults.
Alongside her research commitments, Mary actively contributes to shaping the future of public health professionals. She shares her expertise in maternal and child nutrition through teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as coordinating 2 core courses for the Master of Public Health (MPH) programme – SPH5001 Foundations for Public Health and SPH5003 Health Behaviour and Communications. Furthermore, Mary has been instrumental in spearheading the ongoing review of the MPH programme, actively leading and ensuring progress. Simultaneously, she plays a significant role in the assessment and enhancement courses within the School.
Her dedication to both research and teaching demonstrates her firm commitment to translating her research findings into education and contributing to public health.