Free gastric cancer screening

Free gastric cancer screening

Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is treatable and curable when detected in early stages. However, it is frequently diagnosed only in late stage, leading to poor survival rates. “Stay CLEAR of Gastric Cancer”, a free gastric cancer screening campaign by...
Inflation challenges for retirees

Inflation challenges for retirees

As Asia’s population ages, younger generations are retiring later to save more.   As Asia-Pacific faces a significant demographic shift with nearly one in four over the age of 60 by 2050, new research by Sun Life Asia reveals challenges and opportunities...
Break the silver ceiling

Break the silver ceiling

Agency for Integrated Care launches its exhibition with photographs that redefine what it means to age in Singapore.   The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) unveiled its “Break the Silver Ceiling: One Photo at a Time” exhibition at Our Tampines Hub. Held in...
Batik Nyonyas

Batik Nyonyas

An upcoming exhibition that examines the lives and careers of three Peranakan women from Indonesia through their works.   Learn more about Batik Nyonyas (who are female Straits-Chinese descendants) in an upcoming exhibition titled “Batik Nyonyas: Three...
Are you ok today?

Are you ok today?

A daily check-in app for seniors living alone.   Silver Activities has recently launched an app called AllsOK, a daily check-in app, ensuring safety and peace of mind for seniors living alone as well as individuals with dependents. Currently, it is the only app...
16th edition of Pink Ribbon Walk

16th edition of Pink Ribbon Walk

This first evening edition includes a walk through iconic Singapore landmarks.   In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) 2024, Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) is celebrating the 16th anniversary of its signature Pink Ribbon Walk event which will...
Menopause matters

Menopause matters

Two youths started a social enterprise called Surety to advance conversations about menopause and provide a community of support.   Two youths experienced how menopause can affect a person. They both saw it through their own mothers. Shared Valery Tan: “Growing...
Sustainable hair care

Sustainable hair care

Never tried powder shampoo or a conditioner bar, here’s your chance.   Want a sustainable alternative to your haircare? Look at Ohmmm Care’s Canopy Series, which includes a powder shampoo and conditioner bar as well as a detangler (with no handle) and...
Giving back to society

Giving back to society

Chew Ghim Bok is doing it the Rotary way and is finding his purpose.   Chew Ghim Bok started volunteering when he was 17 years old. He accompanied his father to grassroots events and mostly followed his lead, helping to organise community centre events and...
C3A to merge into AIC

C3A to merge into AIC

This move will better scale up seniors learning and volunteerism activities across Singapore.   With effect from April 1, 2025, the Council for Third Age (C3A) will be merged into the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) as a single lead organisation for...
Let music fill the air

Let music fill the air

An inclusive programme for seniors, including those living with dementia, has a majority of clients who return.   Singing has a host of benefits. It releases the ‘happy’ chemicals like endorphins, serotonin and dopamine, boosting your mood and making you feel...
Processed red meat raises risk of dementia

Processed red meat raises risk of dementia

Consider swapping it for nuts and beans.   People who eat at least 1/4 serving of bacon, bologna or other processed red meat a day (about two servings a week) have a higher risk of dementia than those who eat less than 1/10 of a serving a day (about three...
Love for cooking

Love for cooking

Steven Chong, better known as “Papa Chong”, has been sharing his cooking on Instagram since 2017.   Retired businessman Steven Chong, better known as “Papa Chong” and father to actress Michelle Chong, has a passion for cooking. The 77-year-old and grandfather of...
Low breast screening rates amongst Malay women

Low breast screening rates amongst Malay women

Breast Cancer Foundation plans to enhance programmes and collaborate with related organisations.   Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF), in collaboration with Roche and the Society of Behavioral Health Singapore, conducted a multi-sectoral workshop involving Malay...