AGP Executive Report
Last update: 26 minutes agoLocal Health Access: FairPrice is doubling CHAS Blue/Orange discounts to 6% on Thursdays/Fridays from Sept 3 to Jan 1, 2027 (up to $200 spend/day; online delivery gets a $3.99 fee waiver with $100 minimum). Eye Health Update: Roche says Vabysmo (faricimab) improved vision and retinal health in the SALWEEN study for polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, with patients gaining an average 7.3 letters in visual acuity by weeks 100–108 and 74% having no retinal fluid at 2 years. Caregiving & Ageing Support: A Singapore discussion highlights gaps in eldercare leave and dementia-inclusive support, calling for more graduated help based on dependency and medical needs. Workplace Wellness & Safety: A Singapore pre-school sector story flags uncertainty for private operators as government-supported childcare fees fall and new grants are being worked out. Public Health Monitoring: Singapore’s influenza activity is rising, with positivity at 36.6% but no sign infections are more severe than usual, per CDA. Disaster Response (Regional): Singapore is sending teams to support Nepal flood relief, including disaster victim identification and DNA sample collection. Wellness in the Spotlight: andBeyond’s Amazon Explorer yacht launches with a wellness centre and guided nature activities for rainforest travel.
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