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With the expansion of coverage and higher claim limits, MediShield Life premiums are set to increase in stages over the next three years. These changes come as Singapore faces an aging population and rising healthcare costs. How will these adjustments...

A $4.1 billion support package will help cushion the upcoming MediShield Life premium increase, set to take effect from April 2025. These enhancements aim to ease the financial burden on vulnerable groups, particularly those with chronic conditions, while also...

Canteen food was once a highlight for students during recess, however, increasingly more canteen vendors are now shutting down due to rising operational costs, manpower shortages, and challenges in meeting students' nutritional needs.
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The MediShield Life Council has announced a comprehensive review of Singapore’s basic, mandatory health insurance plan. The review would look at expanding the coverage of MediShield Life, including funding for innovative treatments such as cell,...

MediShield Life premiums are set to rise, with the freeze on Integrated Shield Plan (ISP) premium rates lifted as of 1 September 2024 and several ISP providers already increasing premiums, particularly for private hospital plans. How can we effectively...

As Singapore adapts to post-pandemic norms, school canteen operators are struggling. This has led to a rise in vending machines and food deliveries, replacing fresh and affordable meals. Once a haven for healthy meals, school canteens now face uncertainty in...

The year 2024 marks the 13th anniversary of the School, a momentous occasion that brought together faculty and staff for a celebration on 4 Oct 2024. The festivities commenced with an engaging and interactive fire safety...

Singapore is expanding NEWater production through the Tuas NEWater Factory to meet future demands. Alongside this, PUB is developing a NEWater exhibit at Marina Barrage and a learning gallery at the upcoming Tuas Nexus, Singapore’s first integrated...

We are delighted to announce that Assoc Prof Adeline Seow and Asst Prof Jasper Tromp have been awarded the NUHS Teaching Excellence Award 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates their steadfast commitment to education and their tireless efforts in...

On 10 September 2024, the National Suicide Prevention Strategy (Project Hayat, meaning 'life' in Malay) White Paper was launched in conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day. Jointly organised by SG Mental Health Matters and Saw Swee Hock School of Public...

The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) presented the School with the "Friend of SRC Award" on 2 September 2024. The award was received by Vice Dean (Education), Associate Professor Liow Chee Hsiang, and Honorary Visiting Associate Professor Sri Chander s/o...

Congratulations to Asst Prof Rayner Tan on being selected for the 6th ASEAN Youth Fellowship 2024. Launched to commemorate Singapore’s Chairmanship of ASEAN in 2018, the Fellowship is an exclusive leadership development programme organised...