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Website: https://www.nuh.com.sg

EnvisioningHealth newsletter: https://for.sg/envisioninghealth The National University Hospital (NUH) is Singapore’s leading university hospital. While the hospital at Kent Ridge first received its patients on 24 June 1985, our legacy started from 1905, the date of the founding of what is today the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Our unique identity as a university hospital is a key attraction for healthcare professionals who aspire to do more than practise tertiary medical care. We offer an environment where research and teaching are an integral part of medicine, and continue to shape medicine and transform care for the community we care for. We are an academic medical centre with over 1,200 beds, serving more than one million patients a year with over 50 medical, surgical and dental specialties. NUH is the only public and not-for-profit hospital in Singapore to provide trusted care for adults, women and children under one roof, including the only paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme in the country. The NUH is a key member of the National University Health System (NUHS), one of three public healthcare clusters in Singapore. Visit our website at www.nuh.com.sg.

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Hey parents-to-be! Join us this May to kickstart your parenthood journey with confidence.Back by popular demand, the sec...
27/02/2026

Hey parents-to-be! Join us this May to kickstart your parenthood journey with confidence.

Back by popular demand, the second run of From Bump to Baby public forum brings you even more practical tips, expert sharing and hands-on learning.

What to expect:
- Talks by our team of Obstetrics & Gynaecology doctors
- Hands-on workshops by our physiotherapist, nurses & dietitian

Each registration also entitles you to one goodie bag! Visit for.sg/mfmpf to sign up for the forum.
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Brought to you by the National University Centre for Women and Children (NUWoC), a national university specialist centre comprising NUH’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) and Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI), working alongside National University Polyclinics (NUP) to provide integrated care for women and children across NUHS.

Shame and taboo surrounding sexual health have long held patients back from seeking help. Anonymous testing and telemedi...
27/02/2026

Shame and taboo surrounding sexual health have long held patients back from seeking help. Anonymous testing and telemedicine services are gaining traction as they provide greater privacy and accessibility.

Dr Tham Sai Meng highlights that sexual health extends beyond the absence of disease or dysfunction, and includes positive aspects such as sexual identity, preferences, and building healthy and safe relationships.

While telemedicine providers have improved the awareness of and access to men’s sexual health care, Dr Chia Jun Yang cautions individuals to be discerning and ensure supplements come from credible sources.

Read the full article to learn more: https://for.sg/st-sexual-health


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Dr Tham Sai Meng is a Consultant of the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine.

Dr Chia Jun Yang is a Consultant of the Department of Urology.

Is your toddler saying “NO!” to the new foods you offer them? They might be experiencing neophobia. 🥦Join our upcoming a...
27/02/2026

Is your toddler saying “NO!” to the new foods you offer them? They might be experiencing neophobia. 🥦

Join our upcoming annual toddler feeding workshop to gain practical, stress-free tips to nurture confident little eaters. Register at for.sg/nuh-toddlerfeedingworkshop.

26/02/2026

🎉 NUH ranked one of the World’s Best Hospitals – again!

We are honoured to be recognised in the Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals ranking for the 7th consecutive year! This global recognition underscores our commitment to delivering excellent clinical outcomes, advancing medical research, and driving innovation in patient care.

This achievement is only possible because of our:
💗 Patients and partners – thank you for your trust and support
💗 TeamNUH – your unwavering commitment transforms lives and makes a difference every single day

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain steadfast in our pursuit to raise the bar for healthcare excellence in Singapore and beyond.

Thank you for being part of our journey.

30% of Singapore’s women going through menopause experience moderate to severe symptoms. Yet, many may not realise these...
25/02/2026

30% of Singapore’s women going through menopause experience moderate to severe symptoms. Yet, many may not realise these can include joint pain, muscle aches and sleep issues – not just hot flushes.

Prof Yong Eu Leong is a member of the work group that developed Singapore’s first national menopause management guidelines (Guidelines on Management of the Menopause Transition), launched on 20 February to help primary healthcare professionals confidently diagnose and treat menopause.

The guidelines aim to:
- Recognise menopause as a clinical diagnosis
- Equip healthcare professionals with the latest evidence-based guidance for effective menopause management
- Establish consistent care across healthcare settings
- Inform women that safe and modern hormone treatments are available
- Raise awareness of common symptoms such as joint pain and muscle aches, which are more common in Asian women than hot flushes.

The goal is to ensure every woman gets appropriate and timely care during the menopause transition.

Learn more: https://for.sg/cna-managing-menopause


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Professor Yong Eu Leong is Head of Division and Emeritus Consultant from the Division of Benign Gynaecology in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G).

NUH is raising the bar for safer, greener NICUs! 🌍👶 By redesigning our ICU spaces, we cut down on water-dependent proces...
25/02/2026

NUH is raising the bar for safer, greener NICUs! 🌍👶

By redesigning our ICU spaces, we cut down on water-dependent processes. Some of these changes by our multidisciplinary NICU Infection Control Taskforce include:
🚫 Removing sinks in patient-facing areas
💧 Adopting water-free alternatives, such as alcohol-based hand hygiene, UV sterilisers, and electric milk warmers
These led to a significant drop in bacterial contamination in sinks — from 69.4% to almost zero. 📉

We were recognised with the Gold Award in Infection Control Excellence at the Hospital Management Asia Awards 2025, and remain committed to setting new benchmarks in sustainable infection control.

Read more: https://for.sg/hma-water-less-icu

Just received a glaucoma diagnosis and wondering what it means for you?Often called the “silent thief of sight”, glaucom...
24/02/2026

Just received a glaucoma diagnosis and wondering what it means for you?

Often called the “silent thief of sight”, glaucoma quietly damages your optic nerve without symptoms until significant vision loss occurs. The good news? Early detection can slow its progression.

This World Glaucoma Week, Dr Nicole Chan, alongside other eye specialists, will share essential knowledge about understanding and managing glaucoma.

Register for the free webinar via the QR code.


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Dr Chan Shu Wen Nicole is Associate Consultant from the Department of Ophthalmology.

23/02/2026

What an incredible day of discovering Allied Health & Pharmacy (AH&P) professions! 💙

It was wonderful to see participants exploring the breadth of AH&P work – from learning about the technologies used in patient care to understanding how these professions play a vital role in recovery. Many shared that they were surprised to discover AH&P careers they had never encountered before, opening their eyes to new possibilities in healthcare.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Allied Health & Pharmacy Open House and brought so much energy, curiosity, and excitement to the event. We hope the experience inspired you, and look forward to welcoming more students to explore these rewarding careers with us again!

Keen to explore AH&P careers? Learn more here: https://www.nuh.com.sg/for-healthcare-professionals/allied-health-and-pharmacy

Understanding drink labels can help you make healthier choices for your loved ones! Every informed choice can make a mea...
20/02/2026

Understanding drink labels can help you make healthier choices for your loved ones! Every informed choice can make a meaningful difference in their nutrition over time.🌟💕

Join our workshop for more practical nutrition management tips. Register at for.sg/nuhdietcgt.

“Some days we trot, some days we gallop, always together” 🐎🍊🍊 Our senior leaders conveyed their well-wishes with mandari...
19/02/2026

“Some days we trot, some days we gallop, always together” 🐎

🍊🍊 Our senior leaders conveyed their well-wishes with mandarin oranges to our frontline colleagues who keep hospital operations running smoothly, especially during the festive period.

Thank you, ! Happy ! 🍊🧧

18/02/2026

Our kitchen team specially crafted a Chinese New Year menu, bringing festive cheer to our patients through food! 🍽️✨

Heartiest congratulations to Mdm Suriyana and Mr Iskandar on the arrival of their baby girl, Iesha, this Lunar New Year....
17/02/2026

Heartiest congratulations to Mdm Suriyana and Mr Iskandar on the arrival of their baby girl, Iesha, this Lunar New Year. 🍊

We wish your family joy, good health, and many beautiful moments ahead as you begin this new chapter together. Thank you for letting us share in this special milestone.

Being part of joyous moments like this reminds us why we remain committed to providing respectful maternity care throughout every pregnancy journey.

May the Year of the Horse bring joy, good health, vitality and prosperity to you and your family this Lunar New Year! 🐎 ...
17/02/2026

May the Year of the Horse bring joy, good health, vitality and prosperity to you and your family this Lunar New Year! 🐎 🧧

16/02/2026

Keep your little ones safe this Lunar New Year with tips from our Children’s Emergency team!

If you need medical care during the festivities:
- For common and non-urgent conditions, visit a general practitioner (GP) or 24-hour clinic
- For urgent but non-life-threatening conditions, visit the NUH Children's Urgent Care Clinic @ Bukit Panjang
- For emergencies, head straight to a Children’s Emergency

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and laughter-filled celebration! 🧧✨
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Brought to you by the National University Centre for Women and Children (NUWoC), a national university specialist centre comprising NUH’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) and Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI).

Love can be sweet, and so can your everyday drinks and foods! This Valentine's Day, discover some helpful facts about su...
14/02/2026

Love can be sweet, and so can your everyday drinks and foods! This Valentine's Day, discover some helpful facts about sugar intake and tips for maintaining a healthy diet by visiting the NUHS Health Library: for.sg/ht-healthlibrary-feb26.

We are incredibly proud of Shantini D/O Subramaniam, who was featured in Prime Minister Wong's Budget Speech on 12 Febru...
13/02/2026

We are incredibly proud of Shantini D/O Subramaniam, who was featured in Prime Minister Wong's Budget Speech on 12 February as an example of Singaporeans stepping forward to make a difference in their communities.

Currently pursuing her Nursing degree at NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Shantini is a National Youth Achievement Award Gold recipient (2025) who exemplifies resilience, dedication, and commitment to serving others. These qualities earned her our STAR Performance Award during her pre-registration consolidation practice last year, recognising her clinical and nursing excellence.🌟

We look forward to welcoming her back to the NUH Nursing family after her graduation! 🎓

After his stroke left him with weakness and poor coordination on his left side, 54-year-old father of two Mr Chen Chye S...
12/02/2026

After his stroke left him with weakness and poor coordination on his left side, 54-year-old father of two Mr Chen Chye Song worried he might never return to work.

Within a week, he was discharged and enrolled into NUH’s Early Supported Discharge (ESD) Programme, where physiotherapists and occupational therapists provided him with intensive home-based rehabilitation. For over a month, the personalised programme helped him to rebuild muscle strength and mobility, as well as functional and cognitive skills, in the comfort of his home — supporting a smoother transition back into his daily routine and job.

Less than a year later, Mr Chen has returned to work with the support of his employer.

Since its launch in 2007, the ESD programme has benefitted more than 1,350 patients like Mr Chen. From 2020 to 2025, over 65 per cent of patients were able to return to the same or a modified job.

To further support stroke survivors, NUH started the Return To Work Clinic in 2021. Led by a multidisciplinary team, the clinic provides targeted rehabilitation plans that address not only physical needs, but also the cognitive, psychological and social challenges to help patients regain independence and successfully reintegrate into society.

Read more here: https://for.sg/nuh-fast-tracks-return-to-work

11/02/2026

Cancer scans are getting smarter at NUH.

With the new Molecular Imaging and Theranostics Centre, patients can now undergo faster scans with lower radiation exposure, while clinicians gain clearer insights to guide more precise treatment.

Powered by Singapore’s first total-body PET/CT system, the Centre combines diagnostics, targeted therapy, and research under one roof, supporting more personalised cancer care today and shaping future approaches through ongoing research.

📖 Read how NUH is advancing cancer care through precision imaging and theranostics here: https://for.sg/nuh-petct
💌 Subscribe to get the latest health innovations delivered straight to your inbox: https://for.sg/nuhnewsletter-subscription

Stomach cancer is one of the world’s deadliest cancers. It is among the top 10 causes of cancer-related deaths in Singap...
10/02/2026

Stomach cancer is one of the world’s deadliest cancers. It is among the top 10 causes of cancer-related deaths in Singapore.

Several factors such as age, smoking, oral bacteria and genetic changes can combine to increase the risk of stomach cancer by up to sixfold.

A recent international study discovered early biological changes in the stomach lining of people with intestinal metaplasia. This breakthrough helps clinicians better identify individuals at high risk of stomach cancer, who may benefit from closer follow-up and timely intervention.

Prof Yeoh Khay Guan, co-senior author of the study, emphasised the importance of reaching patients at the right time with the right interventions before cancer develops.

Read more about the study here: https://for.sg/st-stomach-cancer-study


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Professor Yeoh Khay Guan is a Senior Consultant of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine and the National University Centre for Digestive Health, a centre dedicated to early detection, advanced treatment, and seamless patient care for digestive diseases.

Heard about Nipah virus (NiV) and have questions?According to recent news reports, there are currently no reported Nipah...
06/02/2026

Heard about Nipah virus (NiV) and have questions?

According to recent news reports, there are currently no reported Nipah virus (NiV) cases in Singapore.

As a country, we have measures in place including border screening, contact tracing, surveillance systems, and advanced testing if any case appears.

NiV also poses much less of a pandemic threat compared to coronavirus.

Swipe to learn more!

Understanding CKD stages is the first step in managing the condition effectively. Each stage requires different care app...
05/02/2026

Understanding CKD stages is the first step in managing the condition effectively. Each stage requires different care approaches, particularly when it comes to nutrition. 🥗🍎

Caring for a loved one with CKD? Join our workshop to learn the right foods based on their specific CKD stage.

Sign up at for.sg/nuhdietcgt today!

We are progressively rolling out Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) across our clinical areas. PROMS give patient...
04/02/2026

We are progressively rolling out Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) across our clinical areas. PROMS give patients a stronger voice in clinical decision-making, helping them better understand their progress and take ownership of their own health.

PROMs are simple, standardised questionnaires that capture what matters most to patients, including:
💊Symptom relief
🚶‍️Physical function
😊Quality of life

Completed digitally at different stages of the care journey, PROMs complement clinical data by offering a fuller picture of patient outcomes. This supports more holistic, patient-centred, and value-based care.

Read how NUHS, which NUH is part of, uses PROMS to track kids’ sleep: https://for.sg/st-proms
Learn more about PROMs at NUH: https://for.sg/nuh-proms

For Dr Norman Lin, a Resident with our Department of Medicine, commitment to patient care doesn't end when he leaves the...
03/02/2026

For Dr Norman Lin, a Resident with our Department of Medicine, commitment to patient care doesn't end when he leaves the hospital.

Last October, Dr Lin received an alert on Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)'s myResponder app about a cardiac arrest case near his home. He rushed over and found someone who had collapsed after experiencing chest pain. He immediately began cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and calmly guided the family members to help with the resuscitation. Other responders soon arrived with an automated external defibrillator, and together they continued resuscitation efforts until paramedics took over.

For his quick-thinking and selfless act, enabled by his technical expertise and confidence honed through training in Intensive Care Medicine and Cardiology, Dr Lin received the SCDF Community Lifesaver Award last week!

This isn’t his first time stepping forward. In September 2025, he received the Community First Responder Award for responding to a cardiac arrest emergency that struck his neighbourhood, and also administered CPR until paramedics arrived. These awards reflect his unwavering dedication to saving lives wherever they may be at risk.

Congratulations to A/Prof Yeo Tseng Tsai on receiving the Brain Tumour Society Singapore Champion of Hope Award!Brain tu...
29/01/2026

Congratulations to A/Prof Yeo Tseng Tsai on receiving the Brain Tumour Society Singapore Champion of Hope Award!

Brain tumour patients face an incredibly challenging journey - from navigating complex treatment decisions to managing long-term care needs. For over 11 years, A/Prof Yeo has been a tireless advocate, fostering empathy and collaboration within the medical community, and championing the voices of brain tumour patients in healthcare discussions.

This award recognises his meaningful impact in improving conditions for brain tumour patients and making a real difference to them and the wider brain tumour community.


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Clinical Associate Professor Yeo Tseng Tsai is Senior Consultant from the Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, NUH. He is also Senior Consultant from the Division of Surgical Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore - NCIS.

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About the National University Hospital

The National University Hospital is a tertiary hospital and major referral centre with over 50 medical, surgical and dental specialties, offering a comprehensive suite of specialist care for adults, women and children. It is the only public hospital in Singapore to offer a paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme, in addition to kidney, liver and pancreas transplantation for adults.

The Hospital was opened on 24 June 1985 as Singapore’s first restructured hospital. Each year, the Hospital attends to more than one million patients.

As an academic health institution, patient safety and good clinical outcomes are the focus of the Hospital. It plays a key role in the training of doctors, nurses, allied health and other healthcare professionals. Translational research is pivotal in the Hospital’s three-pronged focus, and paves the way for new cures and treatment.

A member of the National University Health System, it is the principal teaching hospital of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and the NUS Faculty of Dentistry. For more information, please visit www.nuh.com.sg