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Holistic Renal Care a Boost for Vulnerable Kidney Patients
With the worrying rise in end-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients over the years, having an optimal support system to care for them has become increasingly important. What role has Tzu Chi played in supporting these patients over the years?
In Memory of Chua Hwee Pheng – Brave and Persevering like a Lion
“I don't know if it's too cliché to say that, but 'as long as it is right, just do it!' because there may not be a second chance.” Chua Hwee Pheng, who suffered from a rare brain disease, once said...
In Memory of Chee Meng Yan, a First-Generation Tzu Chi Volunteer in Singapore
Chee Meng Yan, a first-generation Tzu Chi volunteer in Singapore who was affectionately known as the “Englishman” by the Dharma family, passed away on November 5, 2022. He had been active in Tzu Chi for more than 30 years, helping...
Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre Entrance Gallery Adds Uniqueness to the Centre
The Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre, which opened in September 2019, recently refurbished its entrance gallery area. Many new exhibits were added to the gallery, including a model of the Da Ai Village. Behind the creation of this seemingly simple...
Renal Friends Gathering Brings Everyone Together
In order to provide more comprehensive care for renal patients across body, mind and at a societal level, Tzu Chi Singapore launched an initiative aimed at deepening care for renal patients. On this day, a tea party was held, inviting...
Renal Patients Share their Joys and Sorrows over a Tea Gathering
Most people know what it is like to fall sick. But not everyone understands the suffering of having chronic kidney diseases and the pain of undergoing haemodialysis. On this day, renal patients supported and motivated each other by sharing their...
Singapore Actually Has such a Morning Market!
How familiar are you with Singapore? Did you know that there was a unique morning market in Yishun?
Let’s plant a million trees in Singapore!
The OneMillionTrees movement was launched by the National Parks Board in 2020 to promote a greener Singapore. Dr Lee Qin Yi, a member of the Tzu Chi International Medical Association, led the medical community to heed the call together. On...
Nephrologists answer Questions on Renal Conservative Care for Elderly Patients
What are other medical care options available for elderly chronic kidney disease patients who opt out of dialysis? How to balance disease care and quality of life in old age? Let’s hear the advice from Nephrologists Dr Yeoh Lee Ying...
Laughter and Tears at Preschool Teachers’ Retreat
After attending an unconventional training session for 12 hours from dawn till dark, the teachers brought home with them not just knowledge but the aspiration to walk hand in hand on the path of education.
Tzu Chi Celebrates early Deepavali with Indian Care Recipients
To bring joy to Tzu Chi’s Indian care recipients, volunteers delivered festive gift packs to them and celebrated Deepavali with them via zoom. Tiya, a Tzu Chi care recipient, said: "This event is so full of love. I feel great...
“Super Veggie Super Fun” Campaign (2022)
In 2022, a group of passionate Tzu Chi volunteers came up with the "Super Veggie Super Fun" campaign. During this period, famous local artists, young vegetarians and youths were invited to the Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre to share their...