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2013

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January 2013

Event:HEH Lunchtime Talks: Dental Milestones in Children
Date:04 January 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Your child's dental growth is just as essential as his/her speech and motor development. Have you ever wondered when to expect your child's first tooth or when to bring him/her for the first dental visit?
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:HEH Lunchtime Talks: Developmental Milestones in Orthodontics
Date:11 January 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Orthodontic treatment is not just reserved for teenagers and young adults.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:HEH Lunchtime Talks: Root Canal Treatment: Myths Busted
Date:18 January 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Root canal treatment is often thought of with trepidation. However, it is a viable and common treatment to help you save your teeth.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
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February 2013

Event:NCIS Celebrates World Cancer Day 2013!
Date:1 February 2013
Time:11am to 2pm
Details:This year, the National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS) will be kickstarting World Cancer Day activities on 1st February 2013 at the National University Hospital. We will like to invite you to join us in the fight against cancer!
Venue:NUH Main Building Lobby B
Fees:Free, Open to Public
 
Event:Breaking Barriers, Building Bonds - World Cancer Day 2013
Date:2 February 2013
Time:4pm to 8pm
Details:Celebrate World Cancer Day and make a pledge to and see the evening sky light up with beautiful sky lanterns released by Guest of Honour A/Prof Muhd Faishal Ibrahim, Parliamentary Secretary for Health.
Venue:West Coast Park, Grand Lawn
Fees:Free, Open to Public
Contact:Ms Tan Jiun Jia
Contact:67725859
Contact:jiun_jia_tan@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Endometriosis Awareness Campaign 2013: Photo Competition
Date:27 Feb - 22 Mar 2013
Details:Millions suffer in silence. Don't let it be you.
URL:http://www.facebook.com/pages/Endometriosis-Awareness-Campaign-2013-Singapore/143110962512417
 
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March 2013

Event:Lunchtime Talk: Frailty in the Elderly
Date:1 March 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Frailty predisposes older adults to adverse events in healthcare settings. What is frailty? Can we define it?
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: Dietary Tips to manage the four common chronic conditions
Date:8 March 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:In this talk, you will learn how to prevent and manage “The Big Four”: Diabetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol and Obesity.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Colorectal Cancer Public Forum
Date:9 March 2013
Time:1.00pm - 2.30pm (English Session) / 3.30pm - 5.00pm (Mandarin Session)
Details:Colorectal cancer is the top cancer in Singapore, with more than 1600 people being diagnosed yearly. Participate in our public forum and learn from renowned speakers from various health care institutions on colorectal cancer!
Venue:NTUC Auditorium, NTUC Business Centre Level 7
One Marina Boulevard
Singapore 018989
(near Raffles Place MRT Station)
Fees:Free, Open to Public
Contact:6421 5804
URL:http://www.flickevents.com/ccam2013
 
Event:World Kidney Day
Date:14 March 2013
 
Event:Official Opening of Inpatient Dialysis Centre and Renal Centre
Date:14 March 2013
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: How does aging relate to changes in sleep patterns?
Date:15 March 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Sleep is a fundamental but often ignored component of healthy aging. Quality sleep is related to the quality of life.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Endometriosis Awareness Campaign 2013: Baking Class
Date:16 Mar 2013
Time:10.00am - 1.00pm / 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Details:Millions suffer in silence. Don't let it be you.
Venue:Phoon Huat @ Clementi
Fees:S$35 (Bring a friend and enjoy a special rate of S$60 for 2!)
Contact:Call 62505998 to register
 
Event:Add a new sparkle to your life - lunch time talk held in conjunction with World Oral Health Day
Date:20 March 2013
Time:1pm - 1.45pm
Venue:CRC Auditorium, MD 11
Fees:-
Contact:6772 4921
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: Stimulating the mind and keeping the body healthy
Date:22 March 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:In this talk, we will focus on the normal process of ageing, its impact and some practical tips to keep in shape both physically and mentally.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Endometriosis Awareness Campaign 2013: Public Forum & Zumba Class
Date:23 Mar 2013
Time:1.00pm - 4.30pm
Details:Millions suffer in silence. Don't let it be you.
Venue:YMCA Auditorium
Fees:S$5
Contact:Call 62505998 to register
 
Event:Endometriosis Awareness Campaign 2013: Public Forum & Zumba Class
Date:23 Mar 2013
Time:1.00pm - 4.30pm
Details:Millions suffer in silence. Don't let it be you.
Venue:YMCA Auditorium
Fees:S$5
Contact:Call 62505998 to register
 
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April 2013

Event:Daffodil Days @ NUH
Date:4 - 5 April 2013
Time:10.00am - 5.00pm
Details:The daffodil is a symbol of hope for all cancer patients and survivors and this April, Singapore Cancer Society staff and volunteers will have a booth at NUH to sell exclusive Daffodil Days merchandise on 4 - 5 April 2013. Come show your support!
Venue:NUH Main Building Lobby B
URL:http://www.daffodildays.sg/index.html
 
Event:Lunchtime Talk: Reflux Disease – Fire in the belly
Date:5 April 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:GERD or Gastro-esophageal reflux disease or more commonly known as heart burn is one of the most common health problem afflicting modern societies.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Lunchtime Talk: Gastric Pain – What should I know?
Date:12 April 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Gastritis or pain in the upper belly is a very common condition in Singapore.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Oncology Grand Rounds - Role of PET Imaging in Oncology
Date:17 April 2013
Time:1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Level 7 Meeting Room T07-03/04
Fees:Free
Contact:ncis@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Lunchtime Talk: Early diagnosis of stomach cancer
Date:19 April 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Gastric or Stomach Cancer is a common cancer in Singapore. Like most cancers, it is curable if it is detected early.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: Obesity, a disease worth treating
Date:26 April 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Obesity is a disease with excessive accumulation of fat in the body to the extent that it adversely affects health and well being.
Venue:Health Education Hub, Main Building, Level 1
Fees:Free of charge (Registration is required)
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
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May 2013

Event:Lunchtime talk: Why am I getting knee pain?
Date:10 May 2013
Time:1 - 2pm
Details:This talk aims to educate the public about common knee problems, and how to deal with them.
Venue:5 Lower Kent Ridge Road
Health Education Hub, Main Building 1, Level 1
National University Hospital
Fees:Free
Contact:Health Education Hub
Contact:6772 2184
 
Event:Public forum - Tackling Obesity - A Personalised Approach
Date:11 May 2013
Time:2.00 - 4.05pm
Venue:Woodlands Library, Auditorium
Fees:Free
Contact:Adeline Ho
Contact:6772 2561
Contact:adeline_ho@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Oncology Grand Rounds - Cancer Rehabilitation: Who Needs It?
Date:15 May 2013
Time:1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Level 7 Meeting Room T07-03/04
Fees:Free
Contact:ncis@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Clinicopathological Conference - Challenging Cases in Uro-Oncology
Date:15 May 2013
Time:7.00am - 8.00am
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Level 8 Seminar Room T08-03/04
Contact:ncis@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: Common Tendon Diseases of the Hand
Date:17 May 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:Our hand specialist will discuss the cause, presentation, and treatment options for these conditions.
Venue:5 Lower Kent Ridge Road
Health Education Hub, Main Building 1, Level 1
National University Hospital
Fees:Free
Contact:67722184
 
Event:I CAN! Public Symposium
Date:25 May 2013
Time:9.30am - 12.30pm
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Auditorium
Fees:Free
Contact:6772 5740/ 6772 5566/ 6772 5465
Contact:enquiry@ican.com.sg
URL:http://www.nuh.com.sg/ucmi/medical-professionals-and-students/education-and-training-opportunities/i-can-public-symposium-2013.html
 
Event:Lunchtime talk: Exercise for Bone & Joints
Date:31 May 2013
Time:1-2pm
Details:It has been shown that exercise slows the progression of osteoporosis (brittle bone disease) and that it reduces joint pains and inflammation from arthritis. Learn how exercise can help your bones and joints without the side effects of medications.
Venue:5 Lower Kent Ridge Road
Health Education Hub, Main Building 1, Level 1
National University Hospital
Fees:Free
Contact:67722184
 
Event:Positively TEAL! Day @ NUH
Date:31 May 2013
Time:11.00am - 2.00pm
Details:Join us for the launch of the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (OCAM) this June, at the National University Hospital. Highlights include a mini bazaar of TEAL merchandise, performance by the Singapore Char Siew Bao, TEAL manicures and many more!
Venue:NUH Main Building Lobby B
Fees:Free, Open to Public
 
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June 2013

Event:Walk, Jog or Cycle with Us!
Date:1 June 2013 (Sat)
Time:8.30am
Venue:NUHS Tower Block
Contact:Adeline Ho
Contact:adeline_ho@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Oncology Grand Rounds - Multidisciplinary Care in Ovarian Cancer
Date:5 June 2013
Time:1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Level 7 Meeting Room T07-03/04
Fees:Free
Contact:ncis@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Combined Public Forum on Ovarian Cancer
Date:8 June 2013
Time:10.00am - 1.00pm (English Session) / 2.00pm - 4.00pm (Mandarin Session)
Details:Learn more about ovarian cancer at this 3 hour forum where specialists will cover topics like Screening & Prevention of Ovarian Cancer, Treatment and Its Side Effects.
Venue:Singapore Polytechnic Convention Hall
Fees:Free, Open to Public
Contact:To be advised
Contact:To be advised
Contact:To be advised
 
Event:Macaron Workshop
Date:8 or 9 June 2013
Time:4 time slots (Please refer to poster attached)
Details:Join Executive Pastry Chef Christophe Grilo from Canelé Pâtisserie Chocolaterie at this exclusive 3 hour workshop and bake up a storm!
Venue:ToTT Store - Sime Darby Centre, 896 Dunearn Road, 01-01A, Studio 2
Fees:$80 per person
Contact:Sylvia Fong
Contact:67722613
Contact:sylvia_fong@nuhs.edu.sg
 
Event:Oncology Grand Rounds - Persistent Pain in Cancer Survivors
Date:19 June 2013
Time:1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue:NUHS Tower Block Level 7 Meeting Room T07-03/04
Fees:Free
Contact:ncis@nuhs.edu.sg
 
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September 2013

Event:Golf Fundraiser
Date:18 Sep 2013 (Wed)
Time:12.30pm
Venue:Sentosa Country Club
Fees:S$1,000 (includes green fee, buggy and dinner)
Contact:Adeline Ho
Contact:adeline_ho@nuhs.edu.sg
 
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October 2013

Event:Pioneer Road Run
Date:13 Oct 2013
Contact:Adeline Ho
Contact:6772 2561
Contact:adeline_ho@nuhs.edu.sg
 
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