The girl also tested negative for SARS and MERS-CoV.
Tag: World Health Organisation
Singapore on alert for pneumonia outbreak originating from Wuhan
Following reports of a severe pneumonia outbreak originating from Wuhan in China, Singapore is on high alert for any suspected cases entering the country.
Indian-origin medical association chief warns UK PM about NHS crash
The Indian-origin chief of one of the United Kingdom’s leading medical associations has urged British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to ramp up funding for the country’s state-run National Health Service (NHS).
WHO prequalifies new medicine that could make breast cancer treatment cheaper
The World Health Organization has prequalified a biosimilar medicine that could make this breast cancer treatment more affordable and available to women globally.
Singapore to become world’s first country to ban ads for high-sugar drinks
Singapore announced plans to ban ads for unhealthy sugary drinks, becoming the first country in the world to do so.
Yoga helping children cope with stress from India’s education system
Examinations are still the cause of tremendous anxiety for the millions of children going through the rigours of an Indian education system. Parents are now relying on the ancient technique of yoga and meditation – to help their children cope with academic stress.
Singapore govt to strengthen childcare support for young families
Singapore government will aim to strengthen support for young families, particularly in areas such as childcare provision, asserted Manpower Minister Josephine Teo, during a visit to healthcare workers and patients at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) on the occasion of Chinese New Year.
HSA alerts Singapore people not to purchase five cosmetic creams
Health Sciences Authority (HSA) of Singapore has alerted the public not to purchase or use five cosmetic creams which were found to contain high levels of mercury, a toxic metal and hydroquinone, a skin lightening agent.
Unauthorised log-in attempts made to HPB’s HealthHub portal of Singapore
In another serious data breach attempt, multiple unauthorised log-in attempts were detected on the Health Promotion Board’s (HPB) HealthHub portal over four days, revealed the board today.
Two new nursing homes to be opened in Singapore for dementia patients
To cater to patients suffering from dementia in Singapore, two nursing homes will be opened in Bukit Batok and Bukit Panjang by 2020. These new nursing homes will have a total capacity of 570 beds.
