AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLocal Health & Safety: A 65-year-old jewellery designer’s foot was trapped under a taxi wheel for nearly 30 minutes after the driver allegedly moved off while she was still exiting; SCDF used hydraulic tools to free her and hospital checks found no serious damage, though she reported numb toes. Public Health Research: A Singapore-led study links a gut protein (angiopoietin-like 4) to later fatty liver disease, suggesting gut health markers may better predict risk than blood tests. Workplace Mental Wellness: A study finds young workers in Singapore who faced abuse, household substance abuse, or poverty in childhood report poorer job security and lower optimism—highlighting the need for employers to recognise adverse childhood experiences. Sleep & Tech Habits: NTU students ran “Phone Sleeps First” challenges to curb late-night phone use among undergrads, aiming to improve sleep quality. Care & Community Support: A peer support network for migrant domestic workers is expanding in Singapore as mental health stigma still keeps many from seeking formal help. Child Safety Reminder: A coroner’s case underscores the danger of leaving young children unattended near condo pools after a 3-year-old died after riding a kick-scooter into the water. Pet Health Awareness: Singapore vets warn that breeding for extreme looks (like flat faces) can drive serious hereditary disease and breathing problems in popular pet breeds.
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