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Health Sciences Authority

Man arrested for public nuisance, drug offences after allegedly wielding rod in Aljunied

The police, who received a call for assistance in Aljunied Road on June 10, said suspected drug paraphernalia and sleeping pills were found on him.
The police, who received a call for assistance in Aljunied Road on June 10, said suspected drug paraphernalia and sleeping pills were found on him.

Man charged over allegedly trafficking vapes; 39 Kpods seized in Punggol

Officers from the Health Sciences Authority seized 39 vape pods during a search of the suspect's unit.
Officers from the Health Sciences Authority seized 39 vape pods during a search of the suspect's unit.

Woman sleeping in car arrested after drugs, vapes found in vehicle parked in Sin Ming

At about 11am that day, several police officers were seen inspecting items taken out of a white Volvo sedan, illegally parked at an intersection in Jalan Minggu, reported Chinese daily Lianhe Zaobao.
At about 11am that day, several police officers were seen inspecting items taken out of a white Volvo sedan, illegally parked at an intersection in Jalan Minggu, reported Chinese daily Lianhe Zaobao.

HSA warns public against consuming herbal remedy containing potent steroid

Huang Niu Mu Zhong Feng Qing Cao Yao is touted as a herbal remedy for skin conditions, breathing difficulties, high blood pressure, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, liver and kidney diseases.
Huang Niu Mu Zhong Feng Qing Cao Yao is touted as a herbal remedy for skin conditions, breathing difficulties, high blood pressure, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, liver and kidney diseases.

Forum: Steps taken to build a lifelong culture of blood donation

11-year-old among three fined for vaping, one arrested for suspected etomidate use in Punggol

A 17-year-old boy was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence, with his urine testing positive for the drug.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence, with his urine testing positive for the drug.

Global pharma raids: HSA removed 959 listings of illegal health products including contact lenses

Around 786 listings targeting Singapore were for the sale of unregistered contact lenses (left). The two-week Interpol-led operation removed 959 illegal health product listings.
Around 786 listings targeting Singapore were for the sale of unregistered contact lenses (left). The two-week Interpol-led operation removed 959 illegal health product listings.

Over 2,500 people caught for vape-related offences in first 3 months of 2026

News analysis

When does a token of thanks become payment for blood donation? Balance needed to preserve altruism

A new initiative to reward blood donors with Healthpoints which can be used to redeem e-vouchers to offset costs of purchasing items at supermarkets and F&B outlets has drawn concerns over its impact on the voluntary and altruistic nature of blood donation.
A new initiative to reward blood donors with Healthpoints which can be used to redeem e-vouchers to offset costs of purchasing items at supermarkets and F&B outlets has drawn concerns over its impact on the voluntary and altruistic nature of blood donation.

Forum: Recognising and appreciating blood donors key to sustaining supply

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