AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCardio Inflammation Watch: A new international study finds cardiovascular inflammation is common even among people already on standard care—two in five with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease, and similar rates in heart failure—raising heart attack and stroke risk. Heat-Ready Cities: Taiwan and Japan signed a pact to expand heat protection measures, stressing adaptation for extreme heat and pointing to Singapore-style cooling strategies like green spaces and public “cool map” relief points. Caregiving Costs in Singapore: A Manulife survey says 6 in 10 Singapore adults feel supporting family hurts their long-term independence, with many delaying medical care; future care costs are estimated at over S$2,500 a month. Wellness Lifestyle Hub (Local): A former Serangoon Gardens school site is set to become a health-led lifestyle hub, with spa/wellness, active aging and indoor sports among proposed uses. Public Health & Safety: A lorry driver was rescued after a multi-vehicle AYE crash; separately, a man was arrested after allegedly spitting and insulting officers during a Yishun fire response. Singapore in Global Mobility: The Global Passport Index 2026 ranks Sweden top and places Singapore 10th, highlighting Europe’s dominance but Singapore’s strong mobility and quality-of-life mix. IPO Signals for Healthcare: Temasek-backed Manipal Health got SEBI approval for a major India IPO, eyeing late July/early August.
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