Inspire Issue 3 2019

featured Global Health - why it matters to Singapore

Prof Michael H. Merson has spent nearly 50 years tackling global health issues including AIDS and diarrhea. The director of SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (SDGHI) shares memorable moments from his career, the challenges facing global health today and his plans for SDGHI.

You make a difference

Giving ＆ Philanthropy

Using technology to address an age-old problem

Assoc Prof Tan Ngiap Chuan talks about the ‘elder-friendly’ medication reminder app that speaks to patients in their language.

Giving ＆ Philanthropy

Hooked on raising funds for sick kids

A childhood hobby re-visited decades later has brought smiles and much needed support for patients at KK Women’s & Children’s Hospital (KKH).

Save the date!

SingHealth Duke-NUS Gala Dinner 2019

Date: Saturday, 14 September 2019

Venue: Grand Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore

GOH: Mr Teo Chee Hean, Senior Minister & Coordinating Minister for National Security

Our biennial signature charity gala dinner is back this year to support research and education initiatives that will uncover better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat many of Singapore most life-threatening and devastating diseases. From more details about the event, please email: sabrina.chin@singhealth.com.sg.