AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorkplace Safety: PSA Corporation is appealing its conviction and S$225,000 fine after a 2017 Keppel Terminal death, where an employee was crushed during crane maintenance—PSA says it regrets the incident and stresses workplace safety. Health & Care: A Singapore maid agency was ordered to pay about S$1,558 after falsely claiming a helper could speak Mandarin for an elderly, stroke-and-Parkinson’s patient; the helper later struggled with Mandarin and English. Parenting & Development: KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital geneticist Dr Nikki Fong diagnosed a toddler’s rare Okur-Chung neurodevelopmental syndrome (CSNK2A1) after months of tests for developmental delays. Nutrition Trends: The Straits Times checks whether “protein-maxxing” recipes live up to the hype, noting protein needs rise with age but too much may strain kidneys and affect gut health. Dengue/Vector Control: Google’s plan to release millions of mosquitoes in the US is back in the spotlight, with sterile-male/Wolbachia-style approaches aimed at cutting disease spread. Community & Fitness: A new wave of unconventional Singapore fitness classes—plus experiential Pilates with animals—shows wellness is increasingly about the whole experience, not just exercise. Public Health Alerts: Andhra Pradesh tightened Ebola screening at Gannavaram airport, including extra focus on flights arriving from Singapore. Workplace Culture: A Vogue Singapore Wellness Day talk sparked debate on why employees stay silent at work, pointing to fear of punishment and lack of psychological safety.
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