28 February 2025 | CHILDREN

Mental health struggles in children and adolescents: Looking beyond the label and seeking help early

Children and adolescents facing these challenges should not be shamed. Many can benefit with the right support. Learn about signs and symptoms to look out for in the primary care setting.

25 February 2025 | CHILDREN

KKH to offer parents of newborns car seats for loan in new road safety initiative

Up to 300 expectant parents who are going to give birth at KKH can sign up to borrow an infant car seat for free for a year.

24 February 2025 | CHILDREN

Understanding sensory processing and its impact on the daily life of families with children

Children develop and learn through sensory experiences, and everyone interprets and responds differently. However, some children may have difficulties receiving and responding to information from their senses.

16 February 2025 | CHILDREN

Asthmatic but active: How to help kids with asthma lead a healthy lifestyle

KKH experts comment on childhood asthma, one of the topics covered in the hospital's new The Baby Bear Paediatric Care Series, a 12- pictorial-book series that addresses common childhood illnesses and conditions.

9 February 2025 | CHILDREN

Medical Mysteries: The student who is slowly 'turning into stone'

This rare condition known as fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) causes muscles and tissues to gradually change into bone, causing stiffness and limiting movement.

1 February 2025 | CHILDREN

Programme screens for mental health stressors to help youth with unexplained ailments

Through the Temasek Foundation Youth Connect Programme at KKH, adolescents who present with unexplained symptoms at the Children's Emergency will receive screening, to determine whether these symptoms have sources of mental distress.

27 January 2025 | WOMEN

KKH STORK Centre delivers integrated care for high risk pregnancies

This one-stop, integrated service facilitates collaborative and multidisciplinary care to support pregnant women throughout the different aspects and stages of their pregnancy journey.

25 January 2025 | CHILDREN

Medical Mysteries: Always hungry, no matter how much they eat

Prader-Willi Syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental and genetic condition where the "switch" in the brain that signals fullness never gets flipped on.

12 December 2024 | CHILDREN

New KKH metabolic health programme seeks to guard children against the "four-highs"

PELiCAN, a new preventive metabolic health initiative at KKH, aims to maintain metabolic wellness in families, and prevent new health risks that can aggravate existing metabolic disorders in children.

11 December 2024 | WOMEN

KKH community midwifery programme empowers new families for good long-term health

A first-of-its kind in Singapore, this KKH community midwifery programme will see nurses deliver personalised guidance and care to new parents in the comfort of their homes.

10 December 2024 | WOMEN

KKH launches programme to tackle prematurity and prevent preterm births

The new Preterm Pregnancy Prevention Programme at KKH aims to provide personalised care to pregnant women through screening and prediction tools, and strategies to proactively reduce and prevent preterm pregnancies and births.

30 November 2024 | CHILDREN

Boils, blisters on baby's skin point to genetic disorder

Diagnosed with incontinentia pigmenti, a rare X-linked dominant genetic condition, three- year-old Leora has been receiving treatment and management at KKH, and continues to live life to the fullest daily.

5 October 2024 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH to spend over $30m on programmes to transform population health, boost fertility rates

The hospital said it is channelling more than $30 million to address issues such as pre- term birth, mental wellness and health literacy in the community.

4 October 2024 | WOMEN

Team from KKH, SGH aims to develop screening tool to identify women at risk of premature births

The team aims to create a national database of all preterm pregnancies to identify risk factors, and then use this information to develop a screening prediction tool that can accurately assess the risk of preterm pregnancies.

23 September 2024 | WOMEN

Nine in 10 women seek help at KKH Sexual Health Clinic for pain during sex

Globally, vaginismus and dyspareunia are the two most common female sexual dysfunction conditions. The Sexual Health Clinic at KKH observed a 45 per cent increase in patient referrals from the healthcare community from 2020 to 2023.

22 September 2024 | COMMUNITY

Project to help Muslim couples in marriage, health and parenthood attracts over 2,000 couples

Project Arif has seen over 2,000 couples joining the programme, receiving support as they prepare for marriage and family life, and helping them optimise maternal wellness and child development.

17 September 2024 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Free screening for 40,000 couples to detect those with risk of passing down rare disorders

Screening for recessive genetic disorders is important to avoid a situation where parents discover the risk only after an affected child is born.

15 September 2024 | CHILDREN

KKH diagnostic programme uncovers rare disorders, helps over 300 families find answers

Approximately 80 per cent of rare diseases are estimated to have a genetic origin.

18 July 2024 | CHILDREN

"It's just baby fat": Tackling childhood obesity requires a family-based approach

While many parents expect their children to outgrow their "baby fat" during puberty, local statistics show that seven in 10 children who are overweight at age seven, remain overweight in adulthood.

9 July 2024 | WOMEN

Male Fertility: Demystifying common myths

Male fertility issues can arise from health and lifestyle reasons, regardless of age. Certain myths and beliefs surrounding fertility may influence practices and behaviour, which can impact upon conception.

21 June 2024 | CHILDREN

New KKH human "milk depot" brings 24/7 access to donor milk for babies in need

The new freezer lockers provide round-the- clock, secure and convenient access to human milk donations for babies in need.

20 May 2024 | CHILDREN

New KKH clinic for children suffering from genetic condition with high cholesterol levels

The KKH Children's Lipid Centre is Singapore's first dedicated clinic for the management of familial hypercholesterolaemia in children.

2 May 2024 | CHILDREN

KKH Child Injury Surveillance Report 2024

KKH paediatric emergency medicine specialists observe a 10-year trend of the top causes of child injury mortality in Singapore and make recommendations for child safety in the community.

28 April 2024 | CHILDREN

Medical Mysteries: It's so rare, only 1 in 8,000 people have this disease, but KKH has a specialist clinic for it

KKH established a clinic for tuberous sclerosis complex. This rare genetic disease affects one in 8,000 people, and causes benign tumours to grow in various parts of the body.

28 April 2024 | CHILDREN

Medical Mysteries: At 4 years old, Ellie already knows which fruits clash with her medication

Four-year-old Ellie, who receives care at KKH for tuberous sclerosis complex, shares about how she lives alongside this condition on a daily basis.

28 April 2024 | CHILDREN

Medical Mysteries: She feels guilty for passing on defective gene to two of her four children

A KKH patient diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis complex shares her experience of living alongside this condition, and how early diagnosis and timely treatment is helping her child who has also inherited this genetic condition.

26 April 2024 | WOMEN

Supporting women through trauma and loss

KKH Psychosocial and Trauma Support Service shares five steps to sensitively care for someone who has experienced a traumatic event.

23 April 2024 | CHILDREN

65% of parents of kids with development needs require professional mental health support: Study

Around 70 per cent of parents who were identified as having needs under the DayOne programme accepted referrals to support services for their mental and psychological health.

22 April 2024 | CHILDREN

Rain or shine, here's the secret to keeping your kid healthy and alert in class: Water

KKH dermatologist and dietitian share about the importance of hydration and sun protection in children, particularly during periods of hotter weather.

29 March 2024 | CHILDREN

Lim Sok Bee Developmental Paediatrics Fund launched to raise the bar for child health

Established in honour of the late Associate Professor Lim Sok Bee, the fund aims to support the professional growth and development of child development professionals.

22 March 2024 | CHILDREN

Singapore's first set of clinical guidelines for Down Syndrome care

A first in Singapore, the guideline standardises best practices in addressing the health and care needs of children and adults with Down Syndrome.

11 March 2024 | RESEARCH

Pregnant women in Singapore not likely to pass on Covid-19 to newborns: Study

The study found that pregnant women in Singapore have a low chance of passing on COVID-19 to their newborn.

26 February 2024 | CHILDREN

Critical to perform first aid immediately after sustaining a burn

As many as half of the children presenting to KKH did not receive burns first aid immediately. Get tips on how to provide first aid and prevent burns in the home.

26 February 2024 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Centres for global excellence in rheumatology and gynaecology

KKH clinches international recognition for excellence in gynaecological oncology training, and rhematology and immunology in children.

29 January 2024 | CHILDREN

How much caffeine is safe for students?

Caffeine can affect the growth potential and immune function of children. It is not recommended for children under the age of 12.

22 January 2024 | WOMEN

KKH introduces scar-less minimally invasive option for gynaecological surgeries

Known as vNOTES, this novel approach for gynaecological surgeries is minimally invasive and scar-less, and reduces complications, and time for recovery and hospitalisation.

15 January 2024 | COMMUNITY

ITE-KKH sign MOU for preventive health and active living

The five-year agreement aims to mobilise educators, professionals and students as champions for proactive and preventive care, and healthier lifestyles among the population.

8 January 2024 | WOMEN

New KK Menopause Centre provides holistic mind-body support for women

Launched in October 2023, the new centre at KKH offers multi-specialty services including gynaecology, family medicine, dermatology and mental wellness.

5 November 2023 | WOMEN

Women in your 40s: Prepare for menopause

KKH Family Medicine specialist shares how menopause affects a woman's bodily functions, when to seek medical help and the benefits of treatment in a woman's health and well-being.

30 October 2023 | CHILDREN

Detecting rare diseases 22q11.2DS and NF1 in the community

The KKH Genetics Service team shares about how community healthcare professionals can play an active role in detecting late onset of these two rare diseases.

26 October 2023 | CHILDREN

Practical ways that GPs can support autistic children and their families

Three ways that community healthcare professionals can support autistic children and their families in the primary care setting.

4 October 2023 | CHILDREN

9-year-old with brain tumour is first child patient to complete proton therapy at NCCS

Diagnosed with benign brain tumour craniopharyngioma, Reon was referred to KKH for neurosurgery and underwent proton therapy at the National Cancer Centre Singapore to treat his remaining tumour.

25 September 2023 | WOMEN

Universal screening of pregnant women at KKH picks up 8 per cent with antenatal depression

KKH has implemented the PRAM programme to screen all pregnant women receiving obstetric outpatient care at the hospital since December 2022.

16 August 2023 | COMMUNITY

KKH@Home: Bringing hospital-level care into patients' homes

KKH patients who are clinically stable can receive round-the-clock clinical care at home through teleconsultations and home visits by a medical team, until they are assessed to be fit for discharge.

11 August 2023 | CHILDREN

How parents can help children overcome fussy eating

Prolonged fussy eating can negatively impact a child's nutritional intake, growth and development. Learn about common causes, how parents can cultivate healthy eating habits and signs that warrant medical attention.

7 August 2023 | COMMUNITY

More patients to receive hospital-type care at home under virtual ward pilot

Patients receiving treatment at home have round-the-clock access to care by healthcare professionals via teleconsultations and home visits, until they are deemed fit for discharge.

31 July 2023 | CHILDREN

More children accidentally swallowing objects, retailers asked not to list unsafe items for sale

It is important for parents to supervise young children, and not leave small objects and medications within reach of young children.

31 July 2023 | RESEARCH

Facial scanning could be key to diagnosing rare diseases

Cliniface, a 3D facial analysis software, can help identify markers that humans may not be able to spot, said KKH genetics service senior consultant, Dr Saumya Jamuar.

28 July 2023 | WOMEN

When baby brings distress

For some women, birth can trigger post- traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. Seeking psychological supportis important for mum, new child � and hubby.

30 June 2023 | COMMUNITY

Saving maternal and child lives in Cambodia

KKH is recognised by the Royal Government and the Cambodian People for decade-long efforts in developing maternal-fetal health.

23 June 2023 | RESEARCH

Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine works best in kids who get inoculated before Covid-19 infection: Study

KKH-led COVID-19 vaccination study in children and adolescents aged five to 17 years old in Singapore reveals vaccine efficacy against various strains of the virus.

23 June 2023 | CHILDREN

New Teo Sok Yong and Goh Cheng Liang Childhood Cancer Laboratory @ KKH

This new cell-processing laboratory at KKH is enabling safer, personalised therapies for children battling aggressive forms of childhood cancers.

16 June 2023 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH and TII recognised as World Allergy Organization Center of Excellence

Both centres under the SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medicine Centre join close to 80 academic medical centres worldwide in advancing allergology and clinical immunology.

14 June 2023 | women

KKH taps AI to better deliver spinal anaesthesia to women giving birth via caesarean section

The system, called uSINE, is now introduced as part of standard care at KKH, which performs more than 3,500 spinal anaesthesia procedures each year.

11 June 2023 | CHILDREN

She couldn't eat or drink, and needed nutrient infusions until intestinal transplant at age 9

KKH, SGH and Duke University jointly performed Singapore's second paediatric intestinal transplant in a nine-year-old girl, giving her a new lease of life.

9 June 2023 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH clinches Newsweek awards for digital innovation and speciality care; The Straits Times award for excellence and culture

20 March 2023 | WOMEN

HPV and endometriosis: The role of the GP in optimising preconception health for young women

Recommendations for patient engagement in the primary care setting about endometriosis and HPV.

15 March 2023 | CHILDREN

Anchor programme for children exposed to adverse childhood experiences

Access video resources on how to help at-risk families optimise relational health, child development and mental wellness.

18 February 2023 | WOMEN

New guidelines to support mental health of women during pregnancy and after birth

Launched by KKH, the guidelines will provide mental health information and tips on lifestyle behavioural interventions targeting sleep, diet and physical activity for pregnant patients with depression or anxiety.

14 February 2023 | CHILDREN

Sick with worry: When kids fall physically ill from stress

The RECAP programme at KKH educates parent and child about psychosomatic symptoms, trigger factors and how to manage these.

14 February 2023 | CHILDREN

The Life List: 5 tips for children to manage stress and negative emotions

Five coping strategies for children to effectively manage negative emotions and stress.

30 January 2023 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Visionary Trailblazers

KKH visionary trailblazers are establishing new standards in clinical, innovation and academic excellence to advance women�s and children�s health.

26 January 2023 | COMMUNITY

Project ARIF Resource Centres for couples

Couples and families can receive marital, spiritual, and health advice and counselling at the community-based Project ARIF resource centres.

20 January 2023 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Strong partnerships: Continuing 25 years of care for families of children with cancer

The renewed collaboration will see the further development of CCF-KKH cancer care programmes in cellular therapy, survivorship, and psychosocial and supportive care.

17 January 2023 | RESEARCH

Detecting 'leftover' cells to predict cancer relapse risks

This method uses a small blood sample to isolate and analyse circulating cancer cells for the presence of genes which may determine the likelihood of cancer spread and relapse.

8 December 2022 | CHILDREN

Paediatric and Neonatal ECMO: A form of life support for critically ill patients

At KKH, this life-saving intervention supports the heart and lung function of critically ill babies and children.

16 November 2022 | MEDICAL UPDATE

Use antimicrobials correctly to preserve effectiveness

Get tips for appropriate antibiotic use, and learn how misuing antibiotics puts a person at risk of infections

14 November 2022 | CHILDREN

Advice for GPs: COVID-19 vaccination for children under five

KKH infectious disease experts share on vaccine safety, efficacy, recommended dosage and intervals.

12 September 2022 | CHILDREN

Building resilience in children and adolescents with psychosomatic symptoms

Children who somatise, experience and communicate psychological distress through physical symptoms, which can lead to repeated visits to the doctor or emergency department.

9 September 2022 | CHILDREN

Addressing the psychosocial needs of children and families coping with childhood cancer

About 30% of children with cancer and their main caregiving parent report significant psychological distress a year into the cancer journey.

22 August 2022 | CHILDREN

As COVID-19 restrictions ease, are more children prone to infections by respiratory viruses?

KKH experts weigh in on the effects COVID-19 restrictions had on respiratory viruses, and how parents and healthcare professionals can protect children from infections.

11 July 2022 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH launches new Halifax extension

Heritage meets modern clinic facilities for a unique patient experience.

4 July 2022 | RESEARCH

KKH, PacBio and Takeda Global ink genetic research agreements

The two new research collaborations increase the chances of rare disease diagnoses, enhance understanding of the traits of such diseases and inform targeted clinical management for patients.

21 June 2022 | CHILDREN

Girl, 11, the first child with rare eye tumour in Singapore to get invasive radiation therapy

Called interstitial brachytherapy, the treatment allows radioactive material to be delivered directly inside a tumour or very near it through a catheter or similar device.

17 June 2022 | COMMUNITY

Engaging youth for mental health in a digital world

KKH partnered with Temasek Foundation on a Temasek Shophouse Conversation to raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities for youth mental health in a digital world.

17 June 2022 | CHILDREN

New Children's Blood and Cancer Centre advances research for disorders

One of the most comprehensive in Southeast Asia, the new centre will advance research, education and complex care for blood and cancer disorders in babies and children.

14 June 2022 | WOMEN

Holistic care for women's health and wellness

Comprising six specialist clinics, the new centre will provide more accessible, comprehensive and confidential sexual health services to women at all stages of their lives.

31 May 2022 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH recognised as ChildKind Hospital for excellence in pain management

The first medical institution outside of the United States and Canada to be a ChildKind Hospital, KKH is recognised for its excellence in management of children�s pain and promotion of pain education.

27 April 2022 | COMMUNITY

More mental health support for caregivers of children with developmental needs

The two-year programme, known as DayOne, will provide caregivers of children with developmental needs with more support for their mental health. This new initiative is jointly launched by KKH and Lien Foundation.

10 February 2022 | CHILDREN

COVID-19 vaccination for young children (five to 11 years)

Hear from KKH paediatric infectious disease and child development experts on top questions by parents.

26 January 2022 | CHILDREN

New initiative aims to detect kids' developmental needs earlier and tackle challenges parents face

A new $12.1 million initiative aims to detect such needs as early as two months old, so that children get more timely help.

21 January 2022 | CHILDREN

KKH unveils 24-hour activity guidelines for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers

The guidelines standardise advice in four main areas - physical activity, sedentary behaviour, sleep, as well as diet and eating habits - for young children, within a 24-hour period.

15 November 2021 | WOMEN

Pregnancy in a COVID-19 endemic world

KKH experts outline the risk of infections and severe complications of COVID-19 amongst pregnant women and address concerns with regard to COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy.

25 October 2021 | WOMEN

COVID-19 vaccination and pregnancy

Safety, efficacy, benefits and key recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in pregnant women.

1 September 2021 | CHILDREN

Managing chronic pain in children - A biopsychosocial approach

KKH takes a holistic interdisciplinary approach to help children manage their chronic pain for an optimal quality of life in the long term.

1 September 2021 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Teaching the science of caring

KKH clinical, allied health and nursing educators share their experiences in mentoring and shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

26 August 2021 | WOMEN

A life-course perspective of maternal mental health

Maternal mental health impacts on neurodevelopment in babies, with prolonged maternal stress associated with structural changes in the baby�s brain.

26 July 2021 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH partners Temasek Foundation on maternal and child health conversation

An international panel of experts discussed the key role of cross-sector collaboration in disrupting intergenerational transmission of trauma, and continuity of maternal and newborn health essential services amidst COVID-19.

14 July 2021 | WOMEN

Battling endometriosis, a chronic, silent and painful disease that affects 1 in 10 women

A chronic condition affecting about one in 10 women in their childbearing years, endometriosis requires long-term medical treatment to control and suppress disease progression.

29 June 2021 | WOMEN

KKH Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit offers streamlined access to care

The new service allows for swifter investigations into women's early pregnancy symptoms by specialists, to facilitate appropriate management and intervention at an earlier stage.

21 June 2021 | WOMEN

COVID-19 vaccination and breastfeeding

Key recommendations and guidelines by international and local health bodies on COVID-19 vaccination and breastfeeding.

21 June 2021 | CHILDREN

COVID-19 vaccination in children

Safety, benefits, criteria and key recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in children.

11 June 2021 | CHILDREN

Singapore's first community hub for child development and maternal health

Early outcomes at the Temasek Foundation Integrated Maternal and Child Wellness Hub are seeing positive impact on the health of mothers and their children.

9 June 2021 | WOMEN

Pregnant women start getting jabs at KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Pregnant women receiving antenatal care at KKH are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination at the hospital from 13 gestational weeks onwards.

3 June 2021 | WOMEN

Raising resilient families through marital and medical support

Project ARIF launched collaboratively by KKH, MUIS and Temasek Foundation will help newly- weds develop a resilient marriage and family life to optimise maternal wellness and child development.

24 May 2021 | WOMEN

KKH researchers study links between BMI and vitamin D in pregnancy

The guidelines give parents and kids step- Vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy has been shown to enhance maternal and child health outcomes.

22 April 2021 | CHILDREN

Multidisciplinary management of complex vascular anomalies

KKH clinicians take on a multidisciplinary, multi-modality approach to manage more complex and severe cases of vscular tumours and malformations seen in children and adolescents.

22 March 2021 | WOMEN

Pilot programme to prepare Muslim newlyweds for married life, starting family

KKH, in collaboration with Temasek Foundation and MUIS, has launched a two- year pilot ARIF to guide newlyweds on pregnancy, parenting and marriage.

18 March 2021 | CHILDREN

Hybrid cardiac management for a child with rare DORV and ventricular inversion

KKH reports a first case of managing a paediatric patient with DORV using a hybrid treatment modality, with a good treatment outcome thus far.

2 March 2021 | WOMEN

SMART technique allows radiation-free, less invasive lymph node removal for breast cancer patients

Developed by a multidisciplinary team, the novel surgical technique offers a safer alternative to traditional methods.

13 January 2021 | RESEARCH

KKH-A*STAR team report first case of EIF6 gene mutation in a child

Guided by the genetic diagnosis, the medical team has been able to better manage the patient's condition, which led to an improvement in his growth.

9 January 2021 | CHILDREN

Singapore launches 24-hour activity guideline to improve the health of children and teens

The guidelines give parents and kids step-by- step suggestions on how to strike a balance between using devices like phones and laptops and undertaking more physical activity.

22 December 2020 | CHILDREN

Setting a new standard for orthopaedic and spine care in children

KKH established its first Musculoskeletal Centre, designed for children with orthopaedic and spine conditions, to provide a seamless continuum of care with a complementary suite of services and facilities sited on one campus.

8 December 2020 | CHILDREN

KK Human Milk Bank Clinches National Clinical Excellence Team Award 2020

Since its establishment in 2017, the KK Human Milk Bank has received strong public support, benefiting more than 1,910 premature and critically-ill babies in Singapore with pasteurised donor human milk.

26 November 2020 | WOMEN

Advancing safety in obstetric and gynaecological care during COVID-19

KKH has published clinical practice recommendations and precautions amidst COVID-19, in the management of early pregnancy, general gynaecology, general obstetric care, labour and delivery.

24 November 2020 | RESEARCH

KKH Clinician Scientists Awarded National Grants For Child Health Research

The two clinician scientists are looking into the disease mechanism of childhood epilepsy, as well as improving care of critically ill children through provide nutrition using a personalised approach.

6 November 2020 | HOSPITAL NEWS

In Loving Tribute: Dr Yvonne Marjorie Salmon (1926 - 2020)

At the time of her retirement in 1996, Dr Salmon held the distinction of being the longest-serving doctor at KKH, and the most senior O&G specialist in civil service.

27 October 2020 | WOMEN

Fertility Preservation: Planning for Children after Cancer

As cancer treatment advances and lifespan and quality of life enhances, fertility preservation for patients diagnosed with cancer is becoming a standard of care and more accessible.

23 October 2020 | COMMUNITY

KKH Opens Regional Fellowships for Training in Childhood Cancers

KKH has launched a new regional education and exchange initiative to provide in-house clinical training and education to healthcare specialists, to advance expertise in care for children with brain and solid cancers.

21 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Letrozole Effective in Male Infertility Treatment

A KKH study found that 73 per cent of men with normal testosterone-oestradiol ratios experienced improvement in sperm concentration, motility or count after treatment with Letrozole.

16 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Singapore's first COVID-19 T cell trial to include severe cases

COVID-19 memory T cells harvested from recovered patients will be trialed by KKH researchers in the treatment of patients with or at risk of severe COVID-19.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

COVID-19 in Children: An Infectious Disease Review

COVID-19 affects children differently from adults, and research studies by the KKH Infectious Disease team have led to recommendations to guide the clinical management of children with COVID-19.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Children under five at lowest risk of acquiring COVID-19 from adults

Children aged under five years had lower rates of infection than did older children following exposure to a household member with COVID-19.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Transmission risk of SARS-CoV-2 in educational settings

Screening of children by KKH from three potential SARS-CoV-2 seeding events in three educational settings did not detect evidence of paediatric SARS-CoV-2 transmission.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Symptomatic vs asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection in children

KKH clinicians found that there was a larger proportion of symptomatic children from 0-4 years of age compared to older children.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Higher viral loads more likely in symptomatic children with COVID-19

Children who were symptomatic had higher viral loads in the nasopharynx compared to asymptomatic children, indicating the possibility of higher transmissibility.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Buccal swabs alone insufficient to screen for SARS-CoV-2 in children

A study by KKH clinicians found that buccal specimen collection does not appear to be a good screening modality for COVID-19. Buccal swabs do not appear to be a good alternative to document viral clearance in infected children as well.

13 October 2020 | RESEARCH

Saliva not a useful diagnostic specimen in children with COVID-19

A KKH study indicated that, while saliva specimens have shown promise for diagnosing COVID-19 in adults, the utility of saliva specimens in children is low.

13 October 2020 | WOMEN

Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancer: A Unique Challenge

Diminished survival in patients who become pregnant after breast cancer treatment has not been demonstrated, but it is generally recommended that women with early breast cancer wait at least two years after treatment before attempting pregnancy.

17 September 2020 | RESEARCH

KKH Clinician Scientist leads development of ventilator for COVID-19 patients

The SG-Inspire ventilator is designed to be user-friendly even in resource-limited settings, and can be assembled using readily available components with short production lead time.

3 September 2020 | RESEARCH

KKH and A*STAR Identify World's First Known Case of Jamuar Syndrome

The condition, which affects brain development, is named after Dr Saumya Jamuar, Senior Consultant, Genetics Service, KKH, who first encountered the disease in a pair of young siblings.

24 August 2020 | RESEARCH

Developing a Molecular Atlas to Investigate Infertility

A recent study, led by Dr Mahesh Sangrithi from KKH has found evolutionarily conserved gene expression profiles that can aid in developing a more detailed understanding of 'roadblocks' during sperm production, which can result in human male infertility.

23 July 2020 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Battling COVID-19 As One

Read how healthcare professionals across KKH are stepping to the fore to care for infected children and pregnant women, and to keep our community safe in the fight against COVID-19.

25 June 2020 | CHILDREN

Caring for Singapore's paediatric cancer patients amidst COVID-19

Ms Lim Yan Yin, a Nurse Manager with the Children's Cancer Centre at KKH, shares about the special arrangements made to ensure continuity of care for paediatric patients with cancer amidst the COVID-19 situation.

23 June 2020 | CHILDREN

Helping children and teenagers better cope with COVID-19

Practical advice to help families, children and teenagers cope with COVID-19 related stress, practise self-care, and nurture family relationships during COVID-19.

22 June 2020 | CHILDREN

How Stressful Times Affect Our Window of Tolerance

A person's 'window of tolerance' is a zone within which the nervous system can be relaxed, calm, alert and engaged. Read about how stress can affect the window of tolerance, and tips to widen and regulate your child's window of tolerance.

19 June 2020 | CHILDREN

Supporting a child who is distressed by COVID-19

Top tips by KKH psychologists to help parents and caregivers better support children who may be distressed due to COVID-19.

19 May 2020 | RESEARCH

A Children's Emergency response to COVID-19

KKH's tertiary paediatric emergency department (ED) provides its perspective and experience adapting to COVID-19 from January to March 2020, which may have useful implications for paediatric EDs in other countries.

15 May 2020 | CHILDREN

COVID-19 Care Resources for Parents and Children

View tips and videos by KKH experts to help parents and children cope with the COVID-19 situation and stay meaningfully occupied.

20 January 2020 | RESEARCH

TIDBIT Study: Recruitment for participants

KKH is recruiting participants for a study on how early identification of children with developmental and behavioural problems could facilitate early intervention. Click in to find out more.

16 January 2020 | RESEARCH

Early Sibling Screening for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

A sibling screening programme at KKH is providing screening for autism for younger siblings of children diagnosed with autism, to enable early detection and intervention.

15 January 2020 | CHILDREN

Stem Cell Transplant: Providing Hope for Children with Severe and High-Risk Conditions

KKH clinicians harness memory T-cells to manage childhood cancer and transfusion- dependent thalassaemia, improving treatment for these children with severe and high-risk haematological and genetic conditions.

10 January 2020 | CHILDREN

Raising the Bar for Paediatric Orthotic Care

The new Paediatric Orthotic Centre at KKH provides one-stop orthotic services for infants and children with lower limb and spine conditions requiring assistive devices.

3 January 2020 | WOMEN

KKH collaborates with NUS to develop world-first AI-powered system for spinal anaesthesia

KKH and NUS collaboratively developed a world-first AI-powered ultrasound guided automated spinal landmark identification system which improves the accuracy and success rate of first attempt needle insertion during spinal anaesthesia.

20 December 2019 | CHILDREN

Links found between child screen time and emotional and behavioural difficulties

A KKH-led study found that exposure to screen devices before 18 months of age, and the presence of screen devices in a child's bedroom, are associated with elevated sleep disruption and emotional and behavioural difficulties in children.

20 December 2019 | WOMEN

GDM programme yields health benefits for pregnant women and babies

A KKH pilot programme for gestational diabetes mellitus has benefited 4,864 women and reduced poor birth outcomes by 50 per cent.

18 December 2019 | HOSPITAL NEWS

A Step Forward in Precision Medicine

The SingHealth Duke-NUS Genomic Medicine Centre is launched to provide highly- specialised genetics care and facilitate genomics research and education.

4 October 2019 | CHILDREN

Playing to Cope with Challenges at the Hospital

Child Life therapists are utilising toys, games and play to support children through their hospitalisation journey at KKH.

4 September 2019 | WOMEN

Subfertility - Identifying & Treating the Root Cause

Globally, five to 15 per cent of couples experience infertility. At KKH, fertility investigations are conducted using a radiological approach to identify, diagnose and treat the root cause of subfertility.

30 August 2019 | CHILDREN

Empowering Families Coping with Childhood Cancers

A psychosocial programme at KKH is helping families build resilience on their journey through living with childhood cancer.

22 July 2019 | RESEARCH

TraCMAst Study: Recruitment for participants

A KKH study on asthma in children is recruiting participants. Click in to find out more.

1 July 2019 | WOMEN

Boneblastic Workout - KKH Physiotherapy-led Bone Health Programme

KKH introduced a physiotherapy-led bone health programme for women diagnosed with osteoporosis and osteopenia, to strengthen women�s bone health and prevent the risk of fractures following a fall.

1 April 2019 | COMMUNITY

Strengthening Support In The Community For Children With Trauma

International trauma experts and practitioners came together at Singapore's inaugural Child Trauma Conference to share best practices in trauma recovery and building resilience in children.

1 April 2019 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH Paediatrician Receives MOH Scholarship For Research Into Paediatric Respiratory Disease

Dr Judith Wong, Consultant, Children's Intensive Care Unit, KKH, and her study team are examining the global lipid landscape of patients with the disease to better inform diagnosis and intensive care therapies.

1 April 2019 | COMMUNITY

Caring For The Caregivers

Families of children with chronic illnesses are benefiting from respite and psychosocial support through a KKH-led pilot programme.

1 April 2019 | COMMUNITY

Life-Changing Collaboration In Jakarta

A KKH team is empowering special education practitioners to optimise the developmental growth for children with special needs in Jakarta.

1 April 2019 | CHILDREN

Beating Scoliosis with MAGEC Growing Implants

MAGnetic Expansion Control rod implants are helping children with severe early-onset scoliosis to achieve spinal correction with less pain and fewer surgical procedures at KKH.

1 April 2019 | CHILDREN

3D-Printing Tech Helps Children With Limb Deformities To Walk Again

Children with complex limb deformities and discrepancies are benefiting from 3D-printing technology at KKH.

1 April 2019 | CHILDREN

Rapid Genomic Sequencing for Critically-ill Children

At KKH, rapid genomic sequencing is enabling timely clinical care and management for critically-ill children, and providing families the opportunity to find answers.

3 December 2018 | CHILDREN

Interceptive Orthodontics For The Paediatric Patient

While orthodontic treatment usually begins when all the permanent teeth have erupted, early referral may be beneficial for some children, as certain conditions may be easier to address while the child's permanent teeth are developing and their jaw is still growing.

3 December 2018 | RESEARCH

Family Resilience Key to Living with Epilepsy in Adolescence

A KKH study has found that shared family beliefs, family connectedness, and effective communication which supports collaborative problem-solving treatment, are key family processes which enable adolescents to manage challenges associated with epilepsy more effectively.

3 December 2018 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Honouring A Trailblazing Nursing Leader

A visionary yet compassionate leader, Ms Ng Gaik Nai, Chief Nurse, KKH, has been awarded the 2018 President's Award for Nurses in recognition of 30 years of dedication towards an empowered nursing workforce and multidisciplinary collaborations for enhanced patient health.

3 December 2018 | CHILDREN

KKH Hip Surveillance Programme For Children With Long Term Neurological Conditions

Timely identification of children at risk of hip displacement and dislocation is enabling early and close monitoring of their condition to prevent further progression, and plan for intervention.

2 July 2018 | COMMUNITY

Collaborating to Deliver Integrated Care for Children

KKH and AMKFSC Community Services Ltd organised Singapore's first Integrated Child Health and Social Congress to enhance awareness of the early formative years of a child's life, and cross- sector coordination of services and collaboration to support children from vulnerable families.

2 July 2018 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH Clinician Scientists Clinch NMRC Awards

At the National Medical Research Council Awards Ceremony and Research Symposium 2018, clinician scientists Dr Mahesh Sangrithi and Dr Yeo Joo Guan from KKH received recognitions for their transformative research in women's and children's health.

2 July 2018 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Remembering A Beloved Healer, Champion And Educator

Colleagues and friends of the late Associate Professor Joseph Manuel Gomez (1952 - 2017) pay tribute to his dedication in providing compassionate and life-saving care for premature and sick neonates, and his tireless efforts towards improving clinical quality and patient safety at KKH.

2 July 2018 | WOMEN

Minimal Scar Mastectomy - A Novel Technique

A novel KKH technique of nipple-sparing mastectomy is now available to patients with breast cancer, which can help to conserve the nipple-areolar complex without reconstruction and with minimal post-surgical scarring.

2 July 2018 | CHILDREN

Citrin Deficiency: A Differential Diagnosis

KKH provides timely intervention and care for young patients with citrin deficiency, an autosomal recessive inborn error of metabolism with a high prevalence in Asia, to help them achieve optimal growth and development.

2 July 2018 | WOMEN

The Way Forward For Endometrial Cancer

A novel mode of sentinel lymph node mapping at KKH is helping to reduce the risk of morbidities associated with pelvic lymphadenectomy.

1 May 2018 | COMMUNITY

Coming Together To Tackle Metabolic Diseases In Women And Children

KKH gathers Asian key opinion leaders at the first Singapore Diabetes in Pregnancy Conference towards the expansion of research and collaboration for the betterment of metabolic health in women and children.

1 May 2018 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Opening New Doors To An Enhanced IVF Journey

The KKIVF Centre unveils a new patient care and procedural wing, KKIVF@three, to better cater to the growing number of patients seeking treatment with assisted reproductive techniques.

1 May 2018 | WOMEN

Tubal Reversal - Still Relevant in an IVF Era?

Tubal reversal is a delicate microsurgical procedure that provides women who had previously undergone ligation a fresh and sustained chance of pregnancy with every menstrual cycle, compared to limited attempts with in- vitro fertilisation.

1 May 2018 | WOMEN

Managing The High-Risk Pregnancy

At the Obstetrics High Risk Clinic at KKH, expectant women with high-risk pregnancies are provided with holistic antenatal care for complex conditions to reduce the likelihood of an adverse outcome for them and their fetus.

1 May 2018 | CHILDREN

How Do I Know It's Infantile Colic?

Infantile colic is usually self-limiting with a good prognosis, but may be a symptom of serious medical conditions in a minority of infants. Timely and appropriate referral is beneficial in minimising the distress experienced by both the caregiver and child.

1 May 2018 | RESEARCH

Discovering links between food timing and metabolic health

Studying data from 1,300 pregnant women and young children, KKH researchers uncover implications on metabolic health associated with predominantly night-time caloric intake.

1 December 2017 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Dedication That Makes A Difference

The development team at KKH is working with members of the community, organisations and corporations to fund life-changing research and aid patients requiring financial support for medical treatment.

1 December 2017 | HOSPITAL NEWS

Big Hearts of Gold

Every year, big-hearted volunteers work tirelessly to bring smiles, comfort and respite to patients battling serious illnesses, through KKH's volunteer programmes.

1 December 2017 | CHILDREN

Non-Surgical Correction for Childhood Ear Deformities

Ear molding is being successfully used at KKH to correct congenital ear deformities in newborns. This non- invasive method has a success rate of more than 90 per cent if commenced within the first few days after birth.

1 December 2017 | WOMEN

Delivering A Smoother Patient Experience

HyFoSy, a one-stop ultrasound procedure for subfertility assessment, is helping KKH deliver faster, smoother and more comfortable care for patients.

1 December 2017 | COMMUNITY

Strengthening the Circle of Care for Children

KKH partners Canossaville Children and Community Services in pioneering a new approach to develop a coordinated continuum of care and support available to children and their families.

1 December 2017 | WOMEN

New Clinic for Couples with Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

KKH has established a dedicated Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Clinic to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment recommendations and psycho- social counselling for couples experiencing recurrent pregnancy.

1 December 2017 | CHILDREN

Painless Glucose Monitoring For Children With Diabetes

KKH has started to incorporate a flash glucose monitoring system to help children with diabetes monitor their glucose levels in a more convenient and painless way.

1 December 2017 | CHILDREN

The Personal Touch

A book of real-life accounts by children receiving psychiatric care by KKH is helping to raise awareness and support for those living with mental health difficulties.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

Singapore's First Donor Human Milk Bank Opens at KKH

KKH launched Singapore's first donor human milk bank programme to provide a ready supply of safe, pasteurised human breast milk donated for vulnerable premature and sick neonates whose mothers are not able to provide enough breast milk to support their babies' needs.

2 October 2017 | WOMEN

New Care Model for Women with Gestational Diabetes

The 'Temasek Foundation Cares GDM Care' programme launched at KKH to pilot a novel model of care encouraging all pregnant women receiving antenatal care in KKH to undergo GDM screening, and receive appropriate antenatal and postnatal care and follow-up to track and manage their diabetes condition.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

The Freedom to Move

Hydrotherapy is being used at KKH to enhance and complement conventional land- and gym-based therapy for women and children with conditions.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

Combating the Risk of Diabetes in Obese Children

Joining the nationwide effort against diabetes, KKH and NDCS researchers are teaming up to better predict the risk of diabetes and other metabolic complications in obese children and adolescents through salivary amino acid profiling.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

Innovating to Create Better Patient Experiences

National Dental Centre Singapore and KKH scientists are developing a painless, non-invasive and convenient solution for patients who require regular blood testing through the collection of saliva samples for testing.

2 October 2017 | WOMEN

Building Singapore's First Research Ecosystem for Metabolic Health in Women and Children

KKH established Singapore's first integrated research platform to lower the risk of metabolic disease in future generations, in partnership with SingHealth Polyclinics and National Healthcare Group Polyclinics.

2 October 2017 | RESEARCH

Innovating for the Future

To improve the lives and health of future generations, clinician researchers and scientists at KKH are pioneering innovative ways to advance women�s and children�s health outcomes.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

Missing Connections in the Brain

A team of researchers discovers a new genetic disorder - Developmental Split- Brain Syndrome - with implications for improvement in the way brain organisation and neurodevelopment are understood.

2 October 2017 | CHILDREN

Ultrasound: A Safer Way to Diagnose Appendicitis in Children

A KKH research team confirms ultrasound is safer and accurate as first-line diagnostic imaging for complex childhood appendicitis.

3 July 2017 | WOMEN

Non-Surgical Approach to Uterine Fibroid Management

A minimally invasive treatment that has matured over 20 years, uterine artery embolisation offers select patients with uterine fibroids an alternative to surgical intervention.

3 July 2017 | CHILDREN

Maintaining Constant Haemovigilance

KKH is maintaining constant haemovigilance to prevent patients experiencing potential adverse reactions to the very substance that is meant to save lives.

3 July 2017 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH Announces New CEO and CMB

Leadership transition continues a 159- year legacy of care, as KKH welcomes the appointment of Professor Alex Sia as Chief Executive Officer and Associate Professor Ng Kee Chong as Chairman of the Medical Board.

3 July 2017 | WOMEN

Enhancing the Breast Diagnosis

A promising new tool in the breast imaging armamentarium, contrast enhanced spectral mammography, is enabling KKH medical professionals to detect, diagnose and treat breast cancer with greater accuracy.

3 July 2017 | CHILDREN

Advancing Intervention for Children with Hearing Loss

Singapore's first successful auditory brainstem implantation for a child below the age of seven years paves the way for advancing medical intervention for children with hearing loss.

1 March 2017 | HOSPITAL NEWS

KKH Receives $2.2 Million Boost To Battle Childhood Cancer

The fight against childhood cancer has received a boost with two programmes launched at KKH to improve outcomes and long-term care delivery for patients and their families during treatment and beyond.

1 March 2017 | COMMUNITY

Building Partnerships to Restore Lives

KKH partners St. Andrew's Community Hospital to empower technologically- dependent children and those requiring specialised care to live meaningful lives and integrate back into their communities.

1 March 2017 | CHILDREN

When a Teen Refuses to Eat

A family-based approach to treatment for child and adolescent eating disorders is helping patients at KKH and their families develop new ways of thinking and behaviours, leading to positive improvements.

1 March 2017 | CHILDREN

Prevention: The Cure for Head Injuries

A paediatric trauma surveillance study jointly conducted by KKH and NUHS finds non-compliance with safety measures to be significant among children with head injuries.

1 March 2017 | WOMEN

Saving Lives, Changing Futures

The universal Lynch Syndrome Screening Programme at KKH is changing the lives of women with the inherited disorder and their families through early laboratory-based screening, counselling and long-term surveillance.