SINGAPORE, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ Sustainability efforts were already embedded in Farrer Park Hospital's ("FPH" or "the Hospital") DNA since its early phase of conceptualisation. Since FPH went operational in 2014, the Hospital has attained optimal energy savings of 30 per cent annually. Within the Hospital, light fittings with motion sensors that are designed to switch off when not in use have been implemented to minimize wastage of energy. Energy recovery wheels are also in place to convert heat and humidity from the airstream into cool air for the building. Furthermore, the air distribution system in the Hospital is fitted with UV emitters to prevent pathogens from entering the Hospital. This provides guests, patients, and employees access to high quality indoor air; all while helping the Hospital reduce up to 52.9 per cent of energy consumption compared to average systems in the market. In addition to energy saving, the Hospital has also implemented wat
Enhanced detection allows for higher polyp detection rates and more effective screening for colorectal cancer SINGAPORE, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ Farrer Park Hospital ("FPH" or "the Hospital") today announced that it has introduced artificial intelligence ("AI") assisted colorectal screening service. It aims to improve detection, classification, screening, and surveillance for colorectal polyps and cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the top cancers among men and women in Singapore[1]. Screening should begin at age 50 years for individuals without any risk factors. However, for individuals with an increased risk, screening should beginfrom 40 years old for those with increased risk.[2] To ensure that patients get the most out of their colonoscopy, FPH added the AI-assisted screening tool to allow for more accurate detection of polyps. Every frame captured during the colonoscopy will be assessed and processed using the AI in the device. As a result, the
The pandemic has claimed many popular F&B eateries over the past two years and unfortunately, Socieaty is no exception. Yesterday (June 8), the multi-brand restaurant by Les Amis Group took to Facebook to break the news of its closure. "It is with great sadness and the changing of times that we announce the closure of Socieaty," said the post, adding.
SINGAPORE - While global travel has resumed, local hotels continue to see demand for staycations during the June school holidays. Hotels contacted by The Straits Times said staycation bookings have remained popular, as many people are still cautious about travelling overseas. Mr Andreas Kraemer, general manager of InterContinental Singapore, said more than 70 per cent of the hotel's guests who.