Volume 53, Number 9
September 2024

Childhood cancer survivors are at risk of experiencing psychological distress years after completing cancer treatments.

A study investigated the prevalence of psychological distress and low health-related quality of life among childhood cancer survivors, as well as compare this with their siblings as control.

Illustration by Ladyfingers Co.

Evaluating the role of technology in disseminating education to patients with chronic kidney disease

Dear Editor, The optimal management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires lifestyle changes and adherence to long-term medications. Knowledge is a component of health literacy...

Assessing the accuracy and consistency of generative pretrained transformers in assigning Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status

Dear Editor, The Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) is a commonly used performance status (PS) scale in oncology. It influences cancer treatment decisions and clinical...

Evolving landscape of sports injuries and recommendations on injury preventions: A retrospective analysis in Singapore

Dear Editor, Sports have become increasingly integral to the daily lives of Singaporeans. According to the National Sport and Exercise Participation Survey, the percentage of...

Mental wellness and health-related quality of life of young adult survivors of childhood cancer in Singapore

Advancements in technology and cancer treatments have improved childhood cancer survival rates, with up to 85% surviving 5 years or more.1 The Malaysia-Singapore Leukaemia...

Investigating urinary characteristics and optimal urine white blood cell threshold in paediatric urinary tract infection: A prospective observational study

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common diagnosis in the paediatric emergency department (ED). It accounts for an estimated 5–14% of paediatric ED visits...
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