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Koh Poh Koon to return to healthcare as a surgeon

In a social media post, Dr Koh thanked his former colleagues at the Ministry of Health after a farewell lunch on Tuesday (Jun 2).

Commentary: The most concerning outbreak right now isn’t Ebola or hantavirus

Despite being the leading cause of vaccine-preventable child deaths worldwide, measles doesn’t garner much attention, says Hsu Li Yang of the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health.

FIFA rolls out global initiative to boost female player health and performance

Rushing from pilates to spin? Exercise doesn't have to be exhausting or pricey

From packed workout schedules to expensive classes to social media pressure, some working adults are pushing themselves to the limit in the pursuit of health, which in turn causes more stress on their bodies and in their daily lives than necessary.

7 things all women should know about their heart health

Women’s cardiovascular health has long been overlooked and understudied. Here are some things to keep in mind.

What is body dysmorphic disorder and how does it affect mental health?

It may look like vanity, but it’s a debilitating mental health condition.

Many put off dental treatments due to costs, but it could mean a high price to pay for an ageing society

With research increasingly linking poor oral health and gum disease to broader conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and osteoporosis, experts say it's worth strengthening financial support for dental care, especially in an ageing society.

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup

The announcement follows the World Health Organisation’s declaration of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a global public health emergency.

First EC land tender under new rules expected to draw healthy interest, slightly lower bids: Analysts

The site at Canberra Drive can yield an estimated 185 housing units. It will be the first EC to have a 10-year minimum occupation period, among other new rules.

South Korea's Hwang healthy, if not match fit, ahead of World Cup

Foster parents of children with disabilities struggle to get access to health records, medical appointments

Foster parents said these challenges caused emotional stress and strain, especially for those who are juggling work commitments and caring for a child.

Commentary: I survived Ebola. This is what scares me most about this outbreak

Much of the infrastructure to catch and contain Ebola outbreaks early has been dismantled over the past year, as the United States abdicated its role as leader in global health, says emergency doctor Craig Spencer for Bloomberg Opinion.

WHO chief says fast-moving Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts

The head of the World Health Organization Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the Ebola epidemic is likely to get worse before it gets better.

Singapore steps up health measures after Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda

Health advisories are now in place at all points of entry to Singapore for arriving and departing travellers.

WHO worried about 'scale and speed' of deadly DR Congo Ebola outbreak

The DRC's health minister said the suspected toll from the outbreak declared late last week had risen to 131 deaths and 513 cases.