Sharing 1: Preventing Chronic Disease in Older Adults
Growing older does not have to mean living with poor health. In this session, we will explore common chronic diseases that affect older adults and the steps that can help prevent or better manage them. You will learn how screening, healthy lifestyle habits, vaccination, medication optimisation, and early intervention can support healthy ageing.
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Speaker:
Dr Danitamary Eirutharajan
Resident Physician
Department of Geriatric Medicine
National University Hospital (NUH)
Sharing 2: Healthy Ageing Through Screening and Vaccination
Health screening and vaccination play an important role in healthy ageing. In this talk, we will explore how regular screening can help detect chronic diseases and cancers early, and how vaccinations protect against serious infections. You will learn how these preventive measures can support independence, quality of life, and overall well-being among the elderly.
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Speaker:
Ms Suzanna Tay Seok KhoonNational University Hospital (NUH)
