Singapore health

LumiHealth programme to end on May 31

The LumiHealth app was launched in October 2020.

Patients empowered to play bigger role in own healthcare journey and decisions

NHG Health’s chief of health services and outcomes research John Abisheganaden examining Madam Merly Hong, a patient with Tan Tock Seng Hospital since 2016.

Commentary

Singapore crosses the super-aged threshold in 2026. Can its health system cope?

In 2026, Singapore will cross a demographic threshold that few countries have reached as rapidly, becoming a super-aged society, where at least 21 per cent of the population is aged 65 and above

Decline in Singapore’s number of cancer deaths despite increase in cases

The cancer death rate in Singapore has fallen by 21 per cent since 2012.

Commentary

Are we about to live through a Nipah pandemic?

A Nipah patient being moved in the Indian state of Kerala in 2024.

Healthcare manpower will be key agenda in coming years: Ong Ye Kung

Minister for Health and and Coordinating Minister for Social Policies Mr Ong Ye Kung; delivers his speech at the 17th Singapore Health Quality Service Awards (SHQSA) 2026 held at University Cultural Centre on Jan 16, 2026.

SGH to relocate emergency department to new building on Jan 18

The new building is next to the current emergency department located at SGH Block 1

New IP rider rules, enhanced measures to care for seniors: What’s next for healthcare in 2026

From April 1, new Integrated Shield Plan (IP) riders will not be allowed to cover minimum deductibles patients have to pay before insurance kicks in.

Sales of all but 2 IP riders now will cease come April 2026

IPs cover stays in higher-class wards in restructured hospitals as well as in private hospitals, including this room at Raffles Hospital.

Co-op doctors and social workers join forces for more seamless care in S’pore

GP+ and Allkin Singapore with their partners aim to bridge medical and social care.

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