Observers believe that self-harm among the elderly is being under-reported. Ahead of Mental Health Day on Oct 10, CNA looks at recent developments.Continue Reading
The Japanese government estimated that there are more than one million hikikomori, or social recluses, in the country. Ahead of World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, CNA looks in detail at how young people are becoming socially withdrawn.Continue Reading
As a law to curb vape sales is proposed, Talking Point talks to a major player in Malaysia’s globe-spanning vaping industry. And a public health expert says why we should be sceptical of the industry’s claims.Continue Reading
A new survey shows burnout – not COVID-19 restrictions – most affected mental health in Singapore during the pandemic. CNA looks into the issue ahead of World Mental Health Day on Oct 10.Continue Reading
Ahead of World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, CNA looks at how awareness of maternal depression and avenues to seek help are generally lacking in Thailand. And the pandemic has made the situation more challenging.Continue Reading
Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean added that Singapore has tried to do this consistently, regardless of issue.Continue Reading
CNA’s wins at the SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards 2022 came in these categories: Media Excellence in Community Investor Education Award, Financial Journalist of the Year – Special Award, and Financial Story of the Year.Continue Reading
SINGAPORE: All COVID-19 vaccination-differentiated measures will be lifted from Oct 10, with restrictions no longer in place for dining in, nightlife establishments and events with more than 500 participants. “We have learned to live with the COVID-19 virus, having weathered several infection waves and progressively lifted safe management measures,” said theContinue Reading
“The customers were saying someone was shooting. I just stood there, not sure what to do. I was shaken and scared,” said the 48-year-old. “I left the storefront and just stayed inside my house. I locked the door and didn’t emerge. The road was empty. There were no kids,Continue Reading
The rest day can also be taken as one full day or over two half-days, and can be deferred by up to one calendar month, says the Manpower Ministry.Continue Reading