13
May
13
May
Spotting Early Signs of Childhood Myopia – and Taking Action
Childhood myopia often begins with subtle signs that parents may easily overlook. According to Dr. Ng Wei Yan, early detection and timely intervention can play an important role in supporting a child’s long-term visual development. Some common signs parents should watch out for include: Struggling with school performance due to vision issues Squinting or straining […]
08
Mar
More younger adults in Singapore developing glaucoma, likely because of untreated myopia
ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO SINGAPORE – More people in Singapore are diagnosed with eye conditions such as glaucoma at a younger age, in their 40s and 50s. This may be due to untreated myopia in these earlier generations of Singaporeans, who did not have many treatment options in their growing-up years. More studies are ongoing to establish the […]
29
Nov
Is Singapore’s Healthcare Sector Ready for Blockchain Technology?
Dr. Ng Wei Yan was featured in The Straits Times for his contributions to discussions surrounding the future applications of blockchain technology within healthcare. As interest in blockchain continues to expand beyond the financial sector, healthcare institutions are beginning to explore how the technology may support more secure, patient-centred, and interoperable systems of care. At […]