Issue 45
Jan 2023

AFFAIRS OF THE HEART

For the heartbreak of every life lost to COVID-19 in the last three years, at least seven more have been claimed by cardiovascular disease. This is a trend that remains stubbornly rising over past decades across the world, and particularly acutely here in Singapore. Against this backdrop, our article summarises CVD research at the cutting edge, from genes, molecules, RNA, DNA to cohorts and clinical trials, and takes a leap into the future.

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Professor Roger Foo and his co-investigator, Dr Mayank Dalakoti are collaborating with the IRONMAN Group, organisers of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2022 on a long-term study to assess and uncover the cardio-metabolic health status of runners. NUS Medicine staff are partnering colleagues from the Singapore General Hospital to understand the mysterious workings of a gene that regulates bile acid composition in patients with Type 2 diabetes. Our research work has also found its way to the small screen. All in, it is a good, brisk start to 2023.

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NURSING

Global Recognition for Research on Healthy Ageing in the Community

Promoting healthy ageing in the community through intergenerational programmes, developing a competent healthcare workforce and enhancing nursing education. These are some facets of Assistant Professor Vivien Wu Xi’s research in the Nursing sector that have gained international recognition, making her one of five winners for a prestigious global award.

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PEOPLE OF NUS MEDICINE

Writing the Future

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