by Eleanor Yap | Dec 19, 2017 | Inspiring Figures
Three inspiring Dialogue with Time senior guides show that ageing is really just a number. BY: Eleanor Yap The new Dialogue with Time – Embrace Ageing interactive exhibition at the Science Centre Singapore has brought together 32 senior guides who are more than...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 13, 2017 | Miscellaneous
Why do they involve older drivers and how can we prevent them? Parking lots can often be places of chaos, confusion and, occasionally, tragedy. Although complex in nature, there are some common factors that consistently show themselves in these types of...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 12, 2017 | Products
Three scrubs for different purposes. 3M offers a range of 3M Scotch-Brite Scrub Sponges for different purposes – the Delicate Care Scrub Sponge (pink), Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge (blue), and Heavy Duty Scrub Sponge (green). • Delicate Care Scrub Sponge – It...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 7, 2017 | Health
NeeuroFIT rolls out in community clubs. Neeuro, a technology company that specialises in mental wellness, has recently received SkillsFuture accreditation and is currently running NeeuroFIT in over 20 community clubs (see the list below) across Singapore....
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 6, 2017 | Health
Thomson Medical collaborates with Health Promotion Board to raise awareness about health and wellness. Thomson Medical has launched Singapore’s first healthcare loyalty programme – Thomson Celebrating Life. The lifetime healthcare membership programme is...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 5, 2017 | Health
Giving those with dementia a sense of purpose. BY: Eleanor Yap The ADA Café, which opened November last year, is more than just a place where people can come to get good food like hearty beef stew, barramundi fish parcel and rosemary chicken. It is also a place where...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 30, 2017 | Health
Chronic patients have easy access to their medication without having to join a queue. The Prescription in a Locker Box (PILBOX) was first rolled out at Marine Parade Polyclinic in February 2016, allowing its chronic patients to collect their medication after...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 29, 2017 | Inspiring Figures
Frankie Ng not only exercises regularly but also encourages others to live an active lifestyle. BY: Eleanor Yap Staying at home is not in the cards for 71-year-old Frankie Ng. He enjoys keeping physically active as much as possible. Several years ago, he started...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 23, 2017 | Reflections
The Singapore River of the past was not like what it is today. It was heavily polluted and had lots of river traffic. BY: James Seah Singapore River is ageless until the end of time, meaning lasting forever, eternal for as long as Singapore lasts on this planet. Since...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 21, 2017 | Health
The recent ESMO Asia 2017 Congress reveals the psychosocial impact on cancer survivors in Asia and their unmet needs. The relentless efforts devoted to improving prevention, early detection, and treatment have resulted in more and more cancer survivors...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 17, 2017 | Miscellaneous
New interactive exhibition at Singapore Science Centre promotes a positive dialogue on ageing. Dialogue with Time, an exhibition exclusively on the topic of ageing, has arrived in Singapore at the Singapore Science Centre (SSC). The interactive exhibition, which is...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 16, 2017 | Miscellaneous
Credit Suisse forum releases report that analyses the opportunities and challenges of the ageing sector. Credit Suisse held its seventh annual global Credit Suisse Philanthropists Forum in Singapore, titled “Healthcare Giving in Asia” with a particular focus on...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 15, 2017 | Finance
BlackRock’s survey reveals Singaporean investors face a retirement savings gap as large as six years. Singaporeans are not doing enough to prepare for retirement, according to BlackRock’s Global Investor Pulse Survey 2017. The discovery comes at a time when...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 14, 2017 | Finance
Insurer FWD brings back plan that gives high returns over a short period of time. Singapore life and general insurer, FWD has brought back its endowment plan back following an overwhelming positive response. The plan is intended to give high returns over a...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 8, 2017 | Health
Singapore Heart Foundation launches CPR Refresh to promote skills retention through virtual reality learning and feedback. The Singapore Heart Foundation (SHF) has launched a new initiative called the CPR Refresh or CPR2 for those who are already certified in...
