Health

Navigating with low-vision

Some tips and community resources for persons with low-vision.

A blur

Find out the types of vision loss, and how to cope with such a loss.

Building a dementia-friendly environment

Hong Leong Finance takes the lead in training its staff to better understand dementia and help its customers.

Diabetic foot care: Going the extra mile

Those with diabetes need to take care of their feet so they can avoid infection or worse, amputation.

Celebrate, remember & fight back

The Singapore Cancer Society is holding its inaugural 17-hour Relay For Life next year to bring awareness to cancer.

Caring for ageing eyes

Common eye conditions to be aware of as one ages and early detection remains key.

App that checks blood pressure launched

The Singapore Heart Foundation’s app reminds, records, tracks and shares blood pressure readings at one’s convenience.

Getting seniors sport-ready

Through a new fitness test, seniors are assessed of their fitness level and what sport they can pursue.

Grief & bereavement

Losing a friend or a spouse can be a heart-wrenching experience, leaving many having a hard time getting over it.

Silver & fit in the city

Seniors get to work out for free in the city’s new studio.

Dialysis centre doubles as outreach centre

NKF brings education and outreach programmes to the doorstep of the community.

One-stop dental clinic for seniors, special needs

The clinic sports age-friendly features, an X-ray service and a minor operating theatre.

Falls prevention awareness campaign

A guide has been developed to help seniors combat falls as incidence of falls rises with age.

Empty in the nest

A couple shares their woes when their three children left the home, and how a social experiment helped them regain their intimacy.

Heart matters

Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm disorder affecting millions around the world.