Ong Ye Kung

We need to close the gap between Singapore’s mental health goals and reality

Singapore has spent the better part of the last decade trying to convince people that mental health matters.

Up to 100 vending machines dispensing $3 meals to be rolled out in North West District

The vending machines, which operate 24 hours daily, will ensure residents have easy access to affordable and healthy food options.

S’pore launches $350m longevity challenge to tackle cognitive decline and loss of physical function

The programme aims to develop approaches and interventions that can help reduce the onset or progression of cognitive impairment and decline in physical function.

Risk of another pandemic crisis remains, Ong Ye Kung tells attendees at Geneva event

Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung speaking on global pandemic preparedness and response at an event held on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, organised by the Communicable Diseases Agency Singapore (CDA), Robert Koch Institute (RKI), and the World Health Organization.

Govt funding for GP clinics rose to nearly $350 million in 2025

The funds represents an average allocation of more than $140,000 for each clinic, said Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on May 15 at the Singapore Primary Care Conference.

Bedok, Bukit Panjang, Tiong Bahru-Redhill designated as Age Well Neighbourhoods. See what’s coming up

Roads near the neighbourhoods' key amenities will be transformed into "Friendly Streets" to make them safer for seniors.

Tuberculosis clusters in Bedok: Eating at food centre is safe, says Ong Ye Kung

Health Minister Ong Ye Kung (centre) speaking to patrons at Block 216 Bedok Food Centre, one of three locations linked to several TB cases.

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.

Make Chinese a language used in real life, not just in exams: Ong Ye Kung

Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung speaking at the launch of the SG Chinese Funfest on April 25.

MOH realigning resources with focus on mental health, tackling tech impact on youth

Guest of Honour Mr. Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health and Coordinating Minister for Social Policies delivering his speech at WorkWell Leaders Awards 2026 at Conrad Singapore Marina Bay, on Apr 24, 2026.

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