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12
Mar
2024

Beberapa hospital di S’pura tawar menu berasas tumbuhan (Several hospitals offer plant-based menus in S`pore)

Berita Harian © SPH Media Limited. Reproduced with permission

​Some hospitals in Singapore have started offering plant-based options on inpatient menus as part of their sustainability efforts, after evaluating them to be healthy and nutritionally balanced. Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital have removed beef and mutton – considered the most carbon-intensive meat products globally – from their inpatient menus since August 2023, and replaced them with plant-based options made from soya protein. The hospitals say their plant-based options are offered to patients at no additional cost, and that the meals have been evaluated by their dietitians to be healthy and nutritionally balanced. Currently, Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital offer plant-based options for lunch and dinner two to three times a week. 

National University Hospital has also incorporated plant-based options on inpatient menus since 2018. An National University Hospital spokesperson shared that the hospital offers these plant-based options for every meal, and that the evaluation of plant-based dishes in National University Hospital often revolves around promoting health and meeting patients' dietary needs. Chefs and dietitians collaborate closely to develop recipes for plant-based dishes, ensuring they meet patients' nutritional requirements while aligning with dietary guidelines and restrictions.

Only patients with no dietary restrictions can choose plant-based options from the inpatient menu. Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital estimate that about 5 per cent of their patients opt for plant-based options, while the take-up rate at National University Hospital is about 15 per cent.

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11
Mar
2024

Some hospitals offer plant-based menu options

The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Reproduced with permission

Some hospitals in Singapore have started offering plant-based options on inpatient menus as part of their sustainability efforts, after evaluating them to be healthy and nutritionally balanced. Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital have removed beef and mutton – considered the most carbon-intensive meat products globally – from their inpatient menus since August 2023, and replaced them with plant-based options made from soya protein. The hospitals say their plant-based options are offered to patients at no additional cost, and that the meals have been evaluated by their dietitians to be healthy and nutritionally balanced. Currently, Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital offer plant-based options for lunch and dinner two to three times a week. 

National University Hospital has also incorporated plant-based options on inpatient menus since 2018. An National University Hospital spokesperson shared that the hospital offers these plant-based options for every meal, and that the evaluation of plant-based dishes in National University Hospital often revolves around promoting health and meeting patients' dietary needs. Chefs and dietitians collaborate closely to develop recipes for plant-based dishes, ensuring they meet patients' nutritional requirements while aligning with dietary guidelines and restrictions.

Only patients with no dietary restrictions can choose plant-based options from the inpatient menu. Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital estimate that about 5 per cent of their patients opt for plant-based options, while the take-up rate at National University Hospital is about 15 per cent.

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10
Mar
2024

She could not walk, talk, eat or breathe

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​The Sunday Times Life featured the inspirational story of National University Health System Caregiver Award winner Mr Kannon Kwan, whose wife was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The article cited Dr Amanda Chin, Associate Consultant, Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital, who shared the symptoms of the condition and how it is a rare autoimmune disorder. Mr Kwan diligently cared for his wife through seven challenging weeks, and she was eventually discharged from National University Hospital to Alexandra Hospital for a month of intensive rehabilitation.

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9
Mar
2024

Inside SCDF’s emergency ambulance services: When minutes can mean life or death

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Non-emergency patients can access telemedicine providers or go to an urgent care centre, like the one at Alexandra Hospital. Dr Benjamin Leong, Senior Consultant, Emergency Medicine Department, National University Hospital, who is also a member of the Singapore Civil Defence Force’s medical advisory committee, said people should not hesitate if any of these services direct them to call 995.

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6
Mar
2024

Singapore to build new hospital in Tengah, expand home care initiatives to meet ageing population needs

Channel NewsAsia

The Ministry of Health (MOH) announced that it has begun planning for a new integrated general and community hospital in Tengah to serve the growing population in the western region of Singapore.


The hospital, which will be operated by the National University Health System, is targeted to be ready in the early 2030s. 

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3
Mar
2024

Affordable, convenient: Why more people rely on mobility scooters

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In a feature story on the rising use of personal mobility aids (PMA) and the recent recommendations proposed by the Active Mobility Advisory Panel, Adj Asst Prof Raj Menon, Senior Consultant, Division of General Surgery (Trauma), National University Hospital, shared that since 2020, trauma units across the National University Health System – comprising National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Alexandra Hospital – have treated an average of 15 patients involved in PMA accidents yearly. Hospitals whom The Sunday Times spoke to, including those under National University Health System, said they will adjust their PMA usage guidelines accordingly if and when the Government accepts the panel’s recommendations.

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24
Feb
2024

Severe OSA increases nocturnal AF risk in patients with ischaemic heart disease

MIMS – Online

​In a recent study involving 90 patients with ischaemic heart disease (IHD) who were referred for overnight polysomnography at the National University Hospital's sleep laboratory, it was found that the prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) was significantly higher in those with severe obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), as compared to the non-severe OSA group. The researchers, including A/Prof Khoo See Meng and Dr Serene Wong, both from the Division of Respiratory & Critical Care Medicine, Alexandra Hospital, emphasised the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment of OSA in patients with IHD, as AF is a risk factor for increased mortality.

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23
Feb
2024

New retention scheme a 'reason to stay' but payouts not substantial enough, say some nurses

Channel NewsAsia

Ministry of Health (MOH) introduced a new long-term retention scheme, called the Award for Nurses' Grace, Excellence and Loyalty (ANGEL) scheme, which is set to benefit approximately 29,000 nurses with payouts of up to $100,000 over the course of their careers. 

Various nurses in National University Health System institutions were interviewed by the media, including Ms Emily Yap, Senior Staff Nurse, Alexandra Hospital (AH), who shared that beyond monetary compensation, nurses require adequate rest, a safe working environment, protection from healthcare worker abuse, and opportunities for career progression. Ms Durga Devi Chandremogan, Principal Enrolled Nurse at AH, agreed, sharing that while the retention scheme will be beneficial with the rising costs of living, it is the continuous learning environment at AH that has kept her going for over a decade in her career. Ms Teo Lay Sze, Assistant Director of Nursing at National Univeristy Polyclinics, also shared that fostering a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities provide a sense of added fulfilment for nurses.

Berita Mediacorp also featured Ms Seri Sastika Binte Ramli, Assistant Director of Nursing at National University Cancer Institute, Singapore and National University Hospital, who highlighted that the scheme is one of many strategic initiatives that MOH has been developing to recognise and retain healthcare staff. On why nurses in Singapore have chosen to leave and work overseas, she explained that it is multifactorial but the common reason was because of family.

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17
Jan
2024

Play your way to better health

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​Undergraduate Kong En Hui, 23, learnt ways to reduce her risk of getting cancer through the web-based mobile game National University Cancer Institute, Singapore Fights Cancer, which was launched by National University Cancer Institute, Singapore to celebrate its 15th anniversary. About 1,300 people played it when it was online, with many accessing the game at least three times a day.

Adj A/Prof Chee Cheng Ean, Executive Director, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore, said this is the first time National University Cancer Institute, Singapore is using gamification for health promotion and it is hoped that this will translate to health interventions by nudging eligible people in the population to go for cancer screenings. Dr Kenneth Sooi, Senior Resident, Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore, said National University Cancer Institute, Singapore worked with Sqkii to develop the game, a process that took 2½ months from concept to launch.

The article also mentioned “Geritopia”, a new space carved out by Alexandra Hospital’s Healthy Ageing Programme team at its clinic. The purpose is to create a senior-friendly space that is positive, informative and engaging for patients and their caregivers, and for them to explore and learn more about common geriatric syndromes through fun and interactive games.

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9
Jan
2024

Man impersonated brother and acquaintance to get medical treatment, jailed

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Logeswaran Mohandas was sentenced to six weeks in jail for various charges, some of which stemmed from impersonating his brother and an acquaintance to seek treatment at various polyclinics in districts such as Queenstown and Bukit Merah and hospitals including National University Hospital and Alexandra Hospital.

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8
Jan
2024

Jail for man who posed as brother, acquaintance to get medical care

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Logeswaran Mohandas was sentenced to six weeks in jail for various charges, some of which stemmed from impersonating his brother and an acquaintance to seek treatment at various polyclinics in districts such as Queenstown and Bukit Merah and hospitals including National University Hospital and Alexandra Hospital.

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2
Jan
2024

节日假期呼吸道病患增 专家分享健康过节妙招 (Respiratory illnesses increase during festive period; experts share tips for a healthy holiday season)

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On the first day of 2024, clinics reported a surge in respiratory patients, many of whom had recently returned from overseas travel and contracted either COVID-19 or influenza. A spokesperson for the National University Health Sustem (NUHS) shared that its hospitals, including National University Hospital (NUH), Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH) and Alexandra Hospital, are monitoring the situation closely. 

A/Prof Christopher Chen, Visiting Consultant, Department of Psychological Medicine, NUH, shared the psychological reasons behind why people tend to overeat during the festive season and ways to avoid doing so.

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24
Dec
2023

义工携手医院庆圣诞 为病患带来欢乐与温暖 (Volunteers join hands with hospitals to bring joy and warmth to patients during Christmas)

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Since the beginning of December, staff from National University Hospital Khoo Teck Puat-National University Children's Medical Institute worked with its partners and volunteers to plan a series of activities, such as Christmas-themed games, for paediatric patients to spread the Christmas cheer. Mr Giles Lim, father of a baby who had a femur fracture, said they were grateful to the staff and volunteers for taking time off to bring joy to them. Prof Lee Yung Seng, Head of Khoo Teck Puat-National University Children's Medical Institute, thanked donors and volunteers and said the greatest gift we can give to children is really the gift of time. Separately at Alexandra Hospital, Senior Staff Nurse Sun Chenlu said it was her first time participating in a Christmas choir and she is happy to celebrate Christmas with patients and her colleagues.

The other National University Health System institutions that had prepared a series of programmes with their volunteers to bring Christmas cheer to patients included Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital and National University Cancer Institute Singapore. 

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14
Dec
2023

Robot nurses and surgeons? Here’s how robotic tech is revolutionising S’pore’s healthcare

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In recent years, Singapore has witnessed a notable increase in the utilisation of robots and robotic technology in healthcare sector, which helps to address manpower shortages and enhance various aspects of patient care. An example cited is the first robotic telesurgery trial between Singapore and Japan, led by NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University Hospital and Fujita Health University. According to Prof Jimmy So from National University Hospital, while the time lag experienced during the trial was minimal and the surgery was conducted safely during the trial, there was still a lot more to be done, such as specialised training for surgeons, before robotic telesurgery could be performed on patients. Another such example is the use of the robot assistant ‘Florence’ at Alexandra Hospital, which helps with delivering medication to patients as well as measuring the patient’s breathing patterns and vital signs.

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12
Dec
2023

COVID-19 patients with mild symptoms urged to visit a clinic instead

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With media reporting that COVID-19 infections and hospitalisation numbers were on the rise in Singapore, National University Health System (NUHS) shared that COVID-19 hospitalisation and intensive care cases at hospitals under its cluster have remained stable and it is closely monitoring the situation along with its three hospitals: National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Alexandra Hospital.

An NUHS spokesperson emphasised the ongoing vigilance and maintenance of surge capacity in inpatient facilities and highlighted the cluster’s commitment to optimising resources and adjusting responses to changing needs, such as redeploying and increasing manpower to support high attendance at emergency departments. 

The spokesperson added that the NUHS triage process involves a senior emergency physician reviewing cases for admission to the hospital to prevent unnecessary admissions, and NUHS is also offering alternative arrangements such as the NUHS@Home recovery program, tele-consultation, tele-rehabilitation, tele-monitoring, and remote prescription and delivery of medication.

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