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Motorists shouldn’t access apps constantly while driving, says neurologist
Medical News Motorists shouldn’t access apps constantly while driving, says neurologist Distracted driving is a growing danger on Singapore's roads, with phone use behind the wheel emerging as a serious concern. Associate Consultant Andrew Lee from the National Neuroscience Institute warned that every screen in a vehicle competes for a driver's attention, and that accessing apps while driving is particularly dangerous, especially when split-second decisions on the road are constantly required.
28 Jun 2026 Read Story
Medical News Road to recovery: Elderly woman hit by lorry in Upper Thomson in 2014 had 4 brain operations When a lorry struck Mdm Lim Giok in July 2014, the then-66-year-old suffered a severe brain injury that required four operations over several months. Doctors removed a portion of her skull to relieve pressure on her brain, but repeated complications set back her recovery each time, leaving her partially immobile and dependent on others for daily activities. Through years of daily exercise and sheer determination, Lim was eventually able to walk on her own by 2018, though she still experiences memory gaps and requires constant assistance.
08 Jun 2026 | The Straits Times Read Story
Medical News A blood test may help detect Alzheimer’s disease years before cognitive symptoms appear A recent Lancet study demonstrates the potential of detecting biological clues of Alzheimer’s disease among healthy middle-aged adults using blood tests.
07 Jun 2026 | The Straits Times Read Story
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