Dr. Fowie Ng

𝙑𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙣𝙖𝙢'𝙨 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙀𝙫𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 Over the years, Vietnam’s healthcare system has made impressive strides, improving access and quality of care for millions of its citizens. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗻𝗮𝗽𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀: 🏥 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: Over 1,400 hospitals now serve communities across the country, up from about 1,200 in 2010, bringing quality care closer to everyone. 🛠️ 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Health expenditure rose from 3.8% of GDP in 2000 to 7.1% in 2021, with investments in advanced equipment and upgraded facilities. 👩‍⚕️ 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀: The healthcare workforce has grown, with 9 doctors per 10,000 people in 2023 compared to 6 in 2000, providing the expertise needed for better care. 🦠 𝗗𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹: Vietnam’s efforts in combating diseases, like reducing tuberculosis rates and a robust COVID-19 response, have improved public health outcomes. 𝗦𝗼, 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁? 📈 Life expectancy increased from 72.91 years in 2000 to 75.91 years in 2024, while the infant mortality rate dropped from 41.3 to 13.1 per 1,000 live births between 2000 and 2021. These advancements reflect Vietnam’s dedication to improving healthcare and ensuring a healthier future for all. At TKT Research, we are committed to playing our part in contributing to the betterment of Vietnamese healthcare. Follow us for more insightful information. Source: data.worldbank.org ---------- TKT RESEARCH - Thoughtful solutions tailored for healthcare professionals 🌐 TKT Web: www.tktresearch.com 📞 Phone: +84 93 339 09 97 ✉️ Email: [email protected] #VietnamHealthcare, #MedicalAdvancements, #HealthcareInVietnam, #HealthAndWellness #TKTResearch

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🌿 New Insights from HGPI and Niigata University: Japanese Nursing Professionals on Climate Change and Health 🌿 We are excited to share the preliminary findings of a recent survey conducted by Health and Global Policy Institute (HGPI) in collaboration with the Graduate School of Health Sciences, Niigata University | 新潟大学. This survey involved 1,200 nursing professionals from across Japan and explored their perspectives on climate change, its impact on health, and the integration of climate-related topics into nursing education and practice. 🔍 Key Findings: 1. Climate Change Matters: 72% of nursing professionals view climate change as an important issue, emphasizing its connection to healthcare and its implications for future generations. 2. Need for Education: 80% believe it is necessary for nursing professionals to learn about the relationship between climate change and health, highlighting the role of healthcare in environmental impact. 3. Willingness to Learn: 84% expressed a strong willingness to educate themselves on this topic, with interests spanning from understanding health impacts to preparing for extreme weather events. 4. Beyond the Workplace: 69% are already engaging with their communities, sharing health and medical information related to climate change outside their professional roles. This report not only sheds light on the current state of awareness among nursing professionals but also aims to contribute to the ongoing discussions around the Model Core Curriculum for Nursing Education in Japan. Stay tuned for the full report, where we will dive deeper into these critical issues and outline actionable steps for integrating climate education into nursing practice. 🌍 As we move towards a more sustainable healthcare system, it's inspiring to see the commitment and proactive stance of nursing professionals in Japan. Together, we can make a difference in addressing climate change and protecting the health of future generations. Kozue Matsumoto, Shu Suzuki, Akira Shimabukuro, Eri C. #ClimateChange #HealthCare #NursingProfessionals #SustainableHealth #HGPI

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With an ageing population placing pressure on Hong Kong’s healthcare system, the SCAN-2030 programme is examining ways to use healthcare technology assessment to promote innovative, cost-effective treatments through evidence-based assessments. The SCAN-2030 project has created a digital toolkit that includes mini-lectures on the basics of health economics and outcomes research and health technology assessment. Check out the HEOR101 series: https://hkumed.hk/fmi The University of Hong Kong | #HKUMed | #HKUMedResearch | #AgeingPopulation | #HealthEconomics

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The National Healthcare Group Polyclinics is privileged to be part of the SoundKeepers project, an exciting and groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing a significant gap in mental health care—detecting and managing subsyndromal depression in seniors. This programme unites expertise from seven organisations across academia, computing data science, clinical care and social services, all collaborating to develop an AI tool that uses voice biomarkers to identify subsyndromal depression (SSD). It is truly inspiring to see such diverse expertise converge in a project with the potential to make a lasting difference in the lives of our seniors. The use of voice analysis to detect subsyndromal depression marks a new frontier in how we approach mental well-being. It offers a non-invasive, easily accessible, and objective method of assessing emotional states. By complementing traditional approaches, SoundKeepers addresses an unmet need in our community, enabling earlier intervention and more comprehensive care for those who might otherwise struggle in silence. The impact of this initiative is strengthened by the collaborative efforts of organisations like Nanyang Technological University Singapore, Institute of Mental Health, Fei Yue, Club HEAL , private GPs, and the unwavering support of Lien Foundation. This partnership demonstrates the power of multidisciplinary cooperation in addressing mental health issues, not only advancing the management of subsyndromal depression but also pioneering a model that could reshape the way we care for our patients. I am humbled to contribute as the #NHGP site investigator, representing the dedication of our amazing team, including colleagues from our Clinical Research Unit, Hougang and Woodlands Polyclinics, who are driving this initiative forward. We are excited about the potential impact of this project and optimistic about the change it could bring in reducing the stigma surrounding mental health, while offering new, accessible tools for early detection, especially in the primary care setting. This is the start of our journey to making a difference, one voice at a time. #SoundKeepers #MentalHealthMatters #AIInHealthcare #PrimaryCareMentalHealth

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https://lnkd.in/gz2ZbtWK How did the words "Made in Hong Kong" found on the toys of a young British boy inspire him to become an expert on Hong Kong's economic history? Watch this interview with Prof. David Clayton!

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🌍 Celebrating Milestones in Climate and Health Policy 🌍 I am thrilled to share the final version of the "Survey of Japanese Nursing Professionals Regarding Climate Change and Health" conducted by the Health and Global Policy Institute (HGPI) in collaboration with the Graduate School of Health Sciences at Niigata University | 新潟大学. This timely report aligns with #COP29 and sheds light on the critical perspectives of nursing professionals regarding climate change, health impacts, and sustainable healthcare systems in Japan. 👏 A huge congratulations to my dedicated colleagues for their tireless efforts in conducting this survey and producing such impactful findings. Your work is not only a testament to the growing awareness of planetary health but also a vital step toward driving necessary changes in Japan’s healthcare policies. ■Key Takeaways: - 70% of nursing professionals recognize climate change as an issue affecting health globally, with 93% acknowledging its effects through extreme weather in Japan. - 84% expressed a desire to learn more about integrating sustainable, climate-friendly practices into healthcare. - Findings underscore the need for better education and systemic support to foster climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems. ■A Broader Perspective This survey builds on the research conducted last year on physicians, which revealed similar findings, including widespread recognition of climate change as a critical health issue but limited education and support for action. These consistent results emphasize the urgent need for systemic change across all healthcare professions to address the challenges posed by climate change. ■A Global Platform for Action The upcoming COP29 Health Day provides an excellent opportunity to share these critical findings with the global community. It is a chance to highlight Japan's efforts and insights into how healthcare systems can tackle climate change with sustainability and resilience at their core. Additionally, #HSR2024, which will focus on planetary health challenges from a health system perspective, will further build on these discussions and pave the way for actionable solutions. These events are key moments to amplify Japan's leadership in addressing climate and health challenges. Let’s continue to collaborate and innovate for a healthier, more sustainable future. 🌱 #PlanetaryHealth #ClimateAction #HealthcareInnovation #Sustainability #COP29 #HSR2024

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📘 Volume 11, 2024 - #NurseCMU Research Wisdom We are proud of the latest Research Wisdom issue, highlighting significant strides in healthcare research. This edition includes in-depth articles on instrument translation and evaluation in a Thai context and a groundbreaking feasibility study on a health belief model-based educational program aimed at dementia prevention behaviors. Both studies are prime examples of our commitment to tackling critical healthcare issues and improving patient outcomes with evidence-based solutions. These findings are not just academic achievements but potential game-changers in healthcare. 🌟 Additionally, we are thrilled to highlight Professor Daniel Bressington's visit to NurseCMU. During his week-long stay, he engaged with our academic community through presentations, workshops, and one-on-one research consultations, sharing his invaluable expertise and insights. 🔍 Dive into our featured articles and discover how we advance health research and education. Read by clicking the link to download: https://conta.cc/3UGRhFm #ResearchWisdom #HealthcareInnovation #AcademicExcellence #EvidenceBasedResearch

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Many thanks to the 200+ people who logged on yesterday evening to participate in the launch of the BIT/ Nesta report, "𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞?" After I presented a brief overview of the report, we had an engaging discussion about applying some of the insights to contexts outside of Singapore. The thoughtful questions from the audience included: - Would an office dedicated to future planning have an appointed minister, and whether it would be effective if it had to be subject to poltical and electoral and constraints as other ministers are? - Is being ruthlessly pragmatic and "ideology-blind" itself an ideology? - How has Singapore balanced the narrative of vulnerability with its decades of socio/ political/ economic success? And how has the public sector held onto its sense of perspective? To find out our responses to these questions, you can watch the recording of the webinar launch below. You can also download a copy of the report here: https://lnkd.in/gzK6r-N9 If you'd like to have further discussions about how some of the actionable ideas presented in the report can be applied to your governments/ organisations, do reach out-- I'd love to chat more! #Singapore #governance #policymaking #publicservice

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AI is everywhere and we do need to learn how to incorporate it into our work. It starts with understand the technology, what it can do, its limitations so that we can use it appropriately like any other tool. When Corp Comms approached me with this request to comment on a Korean survey on concerns about jobs losses due to AI and what TTSH is doing to prepare our healthcare workers, I felt obliged to use Tandem (Synapxe's secured intranet ChatGPT 3.5) to summarize the article (I did read through it though) and then use it to draft a response. It took a few prompts and <5 mins. I reviewed the response to contexualise the reply based on our plans to raise AI literacy. This took ~30 mins. If I was writing from scratch it would probably take a hour+. This illustrates for me where AI is - it has many uses and has become accessible to all, but it does 80% of what you need done. There is still a need to fact check to ensure it's not missing anything major because it is not always explainable and it's unclear how to ensure consistency in its performance. AI probably cut down the time needed to draft and review the reply by >50% but there is a need to fact check the summarization and review the draft. AI is no panacea for healthcare - it can do some things very well but we must understand its limitation to be discerning users of AI, otherwise it will lead to new problems even as it solves current ones. Whether we like it or not, AI is ubiquitous and we have to be prepared to use it to be more productive, provide better care for our patients and use it to improve our patients' experience. Challenges still remain - our people must be willing to adapt to new ways of working and we must make raising data and AI literacy a key priority. All organizations today do mandatory cybersecurity training but why not data and AI training? Both are increasingly important to modern complex organizations. Eugene Fidelis Soh shared with me something he picked up at a webinar "You AI strategy is your data strategy". Our ability to deliver care will be dependent on how proficient we are in wielding data. We have to engage our people to engage with technology and effectively use technology to automate and augment care. Lastly, jobs have to be redesigned and we need the courage to let go of the old jobs. If we can't or are unwilling, we will not reap the savings or re-invest in new capabilities. Lastly, there is a real danger that with AI, simple jobs are going away - there is a real danger that Gen Z will face a 'skills chasm' and may find it hard to build up skills if those simple tasks do not exist for junior staff. How does one become an expert if there are few opportunities to practice? Kong Choong Tang Lillian Yeo Joe Sim Jonty Heaversedge Clive Tan Elizabeth Pan Pei Xuan Chua, MPH Dr Ang Yee Gary, MBBS MPH Bernard Thong JJ Jing_Jih_Chin Zubin Daruwalla Eric Wong Wilfred Soon Seow-Yian Tay

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Leading for innovation💡– insights from Hong Kong Hospital Authority We put the spotlight on Hong Kong Hospital Authority (HA) and some of the strategies being implemented now to lead Hong Kong’s hospitals into the future. In this video, Dr Tony Ko shares HA's journey and their commitment to being a learning organization that prioritizes professional development. For Dr Tony Ko, IHF membership offers a unique opportunity for comprehensive learning and networking with peers from all over the world. 🌏 And in this article, find out more about their approach to strategic and sustainable innovation. 💬 https://lnkd.in/gzdCaC5P #MembersMakeIHF #HealthcareOrganizations #IHFMembers

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Empowering tomorrow's healers: An innovative programme by the #NTUsg Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) is set to better prepare students for a long medical career by fostering greater mental resilience and a strong professional identity. Launching in August, the Professional Growth programme will be delivered through structured discussions, seminars, and clinical transition workshops spanning the five-year Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme. It will address critical topics such as burnout, effective help-seeking strategies, and managing grief in the medical profession. Professor Joseph Sung, NTU Senior Vice President (Health and Life Sciences) and Dean of LKCMedicine, said that the school's greater articulation and emphasis on self-care and professional identity through the new programme will "ensure our students have the right resources to manage their well-being and develop positive collegial relationships, so that they can better serve their patients.”   https://lnkd.in/gwyPMtbv #NTUsg #NTUsgStudents #NTUsgEducation #medicine #doctors #mentalhealth #mentorship #careerdevelopment

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Viral hepatitis is the second leading infectious cause of death globally, as reported by the World Health Organisation. To address this public health challenge, Eieling Technology, a PolyU-nurtured #startup, introduces its palm-sized, wireless imaging device and partners with the Hong Kong LiverCare Alliance to launch a dedicated programme during the #ASGH2024, offering 10 million scans to raise awareness of #liverdisease and promote early detection and treatment. As the first participating institution, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University will conduct liver screening for full-time staff using Eieling's Liverscan, and study the impact of diet, exercise, and regular screening on liver #health. The device is used in #hospitals and #clinics and has obtained registration approval from the US Food and Drug Administration, with plans to launch globally by 2025. Read the full story on #HKMB: https://bit.ly/3VmNJsq

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What is better: online or face-to-face? This is the wrong question as we know that only online does not work, or at least not for older people. So the correct question is: is a blended intervention addressing multiple health behaviors in older adults more helpful than a traditional face-to-face group intervention? We researched this by comparing the two groups also to a control group and aimed to understand the mechanisms explaining the effects. This paper describes the study protocol for our test in Hong Kong. If we get the funding, validation in Germany is very likely...

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What progress has been made toward gender equality in health across the Asia-Pacific region? Join our session on the sidelines of the Beijing+30 conference, "Advancing Gender Equality in Health - Lessons from Practice” 👇

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TAC employees were inspired by leading health management and Value Based Health Care (VBHC) researcher and educator, Professor Huong Le-Dao at our recent Best Provider, Best Client Outcomes workshop. Prof Huong Le-Dao spoke about pathways to transformation and inspired workshop participants to consider how TAC’s diverse business areas could work together, with external stakeholders, to bring about effective change. Senior decision-makers joined the Executive Leadership Team to help set a clear direction for achieving better outcomes for clients, providers, and communities. “It starts with the leaders and with that leadership comes transformational change,” said Professor Huong Le-Dao “The TAC is absolutely on the right track, with leaders actually having the momentum and the drive to get to the value for the clients and doing that collaboratively through this workshop, with rich content discussions, I think is definitely a good start.” CEO Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) Susan McKee [she/her] and leading healthcare consultant CEO of Rebbeck Consulting Jay Rebbeck, also shared their experiences of VBHC and transforming models of care and partnerships. “Achieving best client outcomes requires us to embed client centricity into our process and systems, embrace modern technologies and platforms and cultivate strategic partnerships with providers; that was a key takeaway from the day,” said General Manager Providers, Markets and Commercial Emma Zahra. “Historically, the TAC has operated primarily as a payer of activity; to effectively transform our partnerships and achieve the best client outcomes, we must evolve into a partner of value.” #TACVictoria #clientoutcomes #VBHC #healthcare #healthproviders

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Glad to have my research published and reported by the news! Disasters leave a lasting impact, not just through their immediate damage but also by influencing where and how survivors rebuild their homes and lives. Our study suggests that the timing and choice of where to move next significantly influence stress levels. We found that survivors who quickly find a new, permanent home after a disaster may initially report lower stress levels, but this can lead to increased stress over time. In contrast, those who choose temporary housing and initially experience higher stress often see their stress decrease as they settle. This challenges the common belief that immediate stability is always beneficial, highlighting the value of choice in the recovery process. Being able to decide when and where to relocate might be key to reducing long-term stress after a disaster. Our findings suggest reevaluating post-disaster support strategies, emphasizing flexibility and personal choice in housing to better support survivors' mental health. https://lnkd.in/gJPxPHX3 #DisasterNursing #Typhoon

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