Putting the spotlight on heart health at Jurong Regional Library
PULSE Issue 44 | January 2025
Heart Failure, a condition affecting approximately 4.5% of Singaporeans, has emerged as a leading cause of hospital admissions. When the heart struggles to deliver adequate blood flow, vital organs such as the brain and muscles can suffer from insufficient oxygen, leading to symptoms like breathlessness and fatigue.
Though Heart Failure presents numerous challenges, it isn’t the end of the road. With the right care and lifestyle adjustments, patients can not only live longer, but also experience better health outcomes.
To bring this pressing health issue to the forefront, the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) organised a series of informative health talks in English and Mandarin, themed “What Does It Mean to Have Heart Failure?” at the Jurong Regional Library, on 17 and 24 August 2024 respectively. In collaboration with the National Library Board, these events aimed to educate and empower the community with essential information about Heart Failure.
The engagement continued beyond the talks to include a bilingual, interactive public exhibit in the library’s Level 1 Foyer. This Heart Failure exhibit was organised into clear sections and not only dived into the different types of the condition -including its causes and symptoms - but also highlighted the intricacies of this lifelong condition through an animated video.
The prevalence of Heart Failure is set to rise against the backdrop of Singapore’s ageing population. By fostering greater awareness in the fight against Heart Failure, we can all play a part in building a more supportive community, helping those with the condition live longer and better.
Together, we aim to build healthier hearts and stronger communities. Through education and support, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted by Heart Failure.
