Health

3,662 debates and bills about health

4 Aug 2026

Reviewing Subsidies for Targeted Eczema Therapies and Providing Considerations for Patient Eligibility, Subsidy Duration and Cost Effectiveness

MOH will review subsidies for targeted eczema therapies like biologics and JAK inhibitors.
Some immunosuppressants and abrocitinib are already subsidised for eligible patients.
Subsidies hinge on clinical and cost-effectiveness, factoring price, efficacy, and alternatives.

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4 Aug 2026

Onboarding of Persons and Children with Disabilities and Special Needs to National Initiatives like Healthier SG and Grow Well SG

Healthier SG and Grow Well SG apply to all, including persons with disabilities.
Enrolment follows standard channels, with caregivers allowed to assist.
Health plans and communication are tailored; schools and agencies provide support.

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4 Aug 2026

Demographic Profile of Persons Investigated or Admitted for Rehabilitation for Etomidate Abuse

Etomidate abusers: 70% over 21, 23% aged 16-20, 7% under 16.
Male-to-female ratio about 3:1, stable; no discernible increase in female abusers.
Rehabilitation programmes consider gender; female DRC exists with sufficient capacity.

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4 Aug 2026

Reports of AI-encouraged Cases of Self-harm amongst Teenagers and Children

MSF doesn't track AI-related self-harm reports, citing multifaceted causes.
Schools teach cyber wellness and safe AI use; parents can seek help.
IMDA's code requires platforms to minimise exposure to self-harm content.

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4 Aug 2026

Dedicated National Suicide Prevention Strategy that Complements National Mental Health and Well-being Strategy

Minister says suicide prevention is closely tied to mental health, not a separate strategy.
Existing measures include anti-stigma campaigns, trained supporters, helpline, and community teams.
A youth crisis facility is being developed for youths at suicide risk.

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4 Aug 2026

Waiting Time and Capacity Surge Management Strategies at Public Hospitals In View of New IP Rider Requirements

IP rider changes are not a key driver of public hospital waiting times.
Non-urgent procedure and elective scan wait times stayed stable from January to June 2026.
Patients needing time-sensitive procedures are prioritised.

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4 Aug 2026

Impact of Higher Co-payment Requirements on IP Policyholders with Medical Conditions Requiring Ongoing Treatment and Safeguards against Significant Out-of-pocket Cost Increases

New IP rider requirements apply only to new policyholders, so no transitional measures needed.
Existing policyholders may switch, weighing premium savings against higher co-payments.
Insurers will decide how to treat riders bought on or before 26 Nov 2025.

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4 Aug 2026

Revision of CHAS Blue Card Subsidy of $18.50 for GP Visits for Common Illnesses

No direct commitment to raise CHAS Blue $18.50 subsidy; scheme is reviewed periodically.
Recent enhancements covered shingles vaccines, chronic medications, and dental care.
Government will monitor primary care affordability and review scheme when necessary.

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4 Aug 2026

Health Sciences Authority (Amendment) and Other Matters Bill

Bill amends four health laws: Health Sciences Authority Act, Biological Agents and Toxins Act, Human Biomedical Research Act, Healthcare Services Act.
Introduced by Minister of State for Health; first reading only, awaiting second reading.

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7 Jul 2026

Formal Classification of Care Transport Within Transport and Healthcare Infrastructure Frameworks and Impact on Long-term Funding and Policy Planning

Care transport lacks formal classification; ministries coordinate on services.
Public transport is barrier-free; taxis and hospital shuttles aid healthcare access.
MOH subsidises specialised transport services to ensure affordable care access.

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7 Jul 2026

Expansion of SkillsFuture's Subsidised Courses in Counselling and Psychological First Aid to Address Growing Community Mental Health Needs

Dr Chen sought expanded SkillsFuture counselling and psychological aid courses.
Minister said over 100 mental health courses are already funded.
No expansion planned, but periodic reviews with agencies continue.

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7 Jul 2026

Data Collection of PwDs' Health Outcomes, Inter-agency Sharing and Setting Targets to Close Gaps

Minister asked about PwD health data, sharing, and targets.
Ministries will analyse PwD health outcomes for targeted interventions.
No local evidence yet of lower screening or higher chronic conditions.

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7 Jul 2026

KK Women's and Children's Hospital Inpatient Children's Screen Time Guidelines and Recommended Activities to Align with HPB's National Screen Time Standards

KKH discourages unsupervised bedside digital devices, aligning with HPB guidance.
Nurses and volunteers offer board games, art, and music sessions instead.
Children with emotional needs get play, recreation, art, or music therapy.

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7 Jul 2026

Admission Reasons and Duration of Stay for Children Below 18 Years at KK Women's and Children's Hospital for Past Five Years

About 230 children yearly were admitted to KKH for non-medical/social reasons from 2021-2025.
Average stay was 12.4 days.
Most admissions stemmed from home/social environment problems and alleged abuse.

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7 Jul 2026

Proportion of Care Coordinators Employed per Primary Care Network to Meet Singapore's Ageing Population Needs and Future Recruitment Plans

MOH funds PCNs referencing public healthcare ratios; PCNs calibrate staffing based on demand.
Average ratio: one care coordinator per 3,400 Healthier SG chronic patients, similar to polyclinics.

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7 Jul 2026

HSA Expedited and Abridged Registration for NMPA-approved Medicines and Recognising NMPA as Reference Agency

HSA abridged route applies to medicines approved by NMPA, regardless of reference agency status.
Life-saving therapies for critical needs qualify for HSA priority review with equal rigor.
HSA and NMPA deepened engagement through a renewed 2026 Memorandum of Understanding.

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7 Jul 2026

Annual Patient Enrolment in HALT-CKD Programme and Success Rate for Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Levels

Since 2017, HALT-CKD enrolled over 165,000 patients; integrated into routine care since April 2026.
More than half of 2017-2019 enrollees maintained or improved kidney function over five years.

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7 Jul 2026

Affordability and Public Service Capacity for Dental Care Across Income Groups, and Enhancing MediSave Coverage for Preventive and Routine Treatments

Dental affordability improved via income-tiered CHAS subsidies and Flexi-MediSave for costly procedures.
MediSave expansion balanced against preserving savings for future healthcare needs.
Public dental capacity monitored via workload and wait times, with demand projections for planning.

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7 Jul 2026

Lifetime Out-of-Pocket Expenditure Study for Persons with Severe Permanent Disabilities and Caregivers, and Measures to Address Significant Recurring Expenses

MOH enhanced subsidies, cash payouts, and assistive technology coverage for long-term care.
Estimated out-of-pocket for low-income severe disability is $110 monthly; MediSave adds $200.
MediFund and ElderFund ensure no patient denied care due to inability to pay.

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7 Jul 2026

Making Lasting Power of Attorney Status and Donee Identity Accessible on National Electronic Health Record for Clinical Decision Making and Timeline for Integration

LPA status and donee identity cannot be shown on NEHR due to Mental Capacity Act restrictions.
Donees typically present LPA to providers; otherwise, providers may request via Public Guardian portal.

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