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Judith Tan

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Judith returned to The Straits Times as its health correspondent in March 2023, bringing with her 36 years of journalism experience – in broadcast, online and print. She gets her adrenaline rush from tip-offs. For her story on then Speaker of Parliament Michael Palmer’s extramarital affair, Judith won Best in Newspaper Breaking News Article at the 2013 Asian Media Awards organised by the World Association of News Publishers. To take a breather from work, she paints pebbles.

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Rare condition leaves teen’s nerves without protective covering, slowing nerve signals

Jarren Ng has congenital hypomyelinating neuropathy, a rare disorder that causes severe muscle weakness due to a lack of myelin around the nerves. He is seen with his parents, Dawn Lee and Kelvin Ng.
Jarren Ng has congenital hypomyelinating neuropathy, a rare disorder that causes severe muscle weakness due to a lack of myelin around the nerves. He is seen with his parents, Dawn Lee and Kelvin Ng.

Singapore opens first centre dedicated to stem cell research of the Asian heart

Senior Minister of State for Health Tan Kiat How (third from left) launches CIPHER at the 6th NHCS Heart to Heart Gala on Oct 16. Pictured with him are (left to right) Assistant Professor Chrishan Ramachandra, Deputy Director, CIPHER; Professor Derek Hausenloy, Director, CIPHER; Professor Yeo Khung Keong, CEO, NHCS; and Professor Ronald Li, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Medera Inc..
Senior Minister of State for Health Tan Kiat How (third from left) launches CIPHER at the 6th NHCS Heart to Heart Gala on Oct 16. Pictured with him are (left to right) Assistant Professor Chrishan Ramachandra, Deputy Director, CIPHER; Professor Derek Hausenloy, Director, CIPHER; Professor Yeo Khung Keong, CEO, NHCS; and Professor Ronald Li, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Medera Inc..

Beyond trial and error: Tailoring drug therapies to patients’ DNA

IT professional Gan Chee Hiong (centre) with cardiology specialist pharmacist Doreen Tan (left) and principal clinical pharmacist Elaine Lo.
IT professional Gan Chee Hiong (centre) with cardiology specialist pharmacist Doreen Tan (left) and principal clinical pharmacist Elaine Lo.

When it comes to work, 60 is the new 40: Seniors are still clocking in, not cashing out

Mandai Wildlife Group assistant manager for horticulture Said Mohamed spent 44 years working with plants and has both their native and biological names at his green fingertips.
Mandai Wildlife Group assistant manager for horticulture Said Mohamed spent 44 years working with plants and has both their native and biological names at his green fingertips.

Do I have to pay for the Covid-19 vaccine when it becomes part of the national immunisation schedule?

Covid-19 vaccines continue to be free of charge for all Singapore citizens, permanent residents, long-term and certain short-term pass holders.
Covid-19 vaccines continue to be free of charge for all Singapore citizens, permanent residents, long-term and certain short-term pass holders.

First dedicated centre for persons living with dementia, caregivers opens in Toa Payoh

National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat shakes hands with a Voices for Hope alumnus during a tour of Dementia Singapore’s first Voices for Hope Centre on Oct 3.
National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat shakes hands with a Voices for Hope alumnus during a tour of Dementia Singapore’s first Voices for Hope Centre on Oct 3.

New code of animal welfare for dog trainers; pet groomers must be with animals during sessions

Minister of State for National Development and Foreign Affairs Alvin Tan interacting with dogs that were up for adoption at the World Animal Day event on Oct 3.
Minister of State for National Development and Foreign Affairs Alvin Tan interacting with dogs that were up for adoption at the World Animal Day event on Oct 3.

How Botox changed the life of a man who could not burp for 52 years

Daryl has been unable to burp since childhood. To relieve gas, he would induce vomiting or massage his stomach with medicated oil to help expel it.
Daryl has been unable to burp since childhood. To relieve gas, he would induce vomiting or massage his stomach with medicated oil to help expel it.

Woodlands Hospital opens digestive health centre for comprehensive treatment at one place

Head of the department of gastroenterology and hepatology at Woodlands Hospital Christopher Chia (left) and consultant Sasha Shoba Devi Thrumurthy (right) demonstrating what is seen through the endoscope to Minister of State for Health Rahayu Mahzam.
Head of the department of gastroenterology and hepatology at Woodlands Hospital Christopher Chia (left) and consultant Sasha Shoba Devi Thrumurthy (right) demonstrating what is seen through the endoscope to Minister of State for Health Rahayu Mahzam.

Simple handgrip test could help doctors detect early heart ageing in seniors

(From left) Ewe See Hooi, director of echocardiography at the National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) , and Angela Koh, director of the Cardiovascular Ageing and Longevity Programme at NHCS, demonstrating the use of advanced echocardiography techniques. These assess the heart’s structure and function, particularly the left atrium and its interaction with the left ventricle. This is to help pick up early changes to detect heart failure.
(From left) Ewe See Hooi, director of echocardiography at the National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) , and Angela Koh, director of the Cardiovascular Ageing and Longevity Programme at NHCS, demonstrating the use of advanced echocardiography techniques. These assess the heart’s structure and function, particularly the left atrium and its interaction with the left ventricle. This is to help pick up early changes to detect heart failure.

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