Healthcare Humanity Awards (HHA)

PEN Norhashimah has a heart for children deprived of basic necessities. Since 2013, she has made many overseas trips on her own to help the less fortunate, the poor, and those will ill health. Noting the plight of poor village children in Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand, she has spearheaded many campaigns to teach them good hygiene, how to brush their teeth, and to speak English. She has touched the lives of many, particularly those who are vulnerable and unable to help themselves.

Having begun volunteering while in secondary school, SSN Kamala dedicates a huge part of her life outside of work to caring for those in her community. She has inspired 20 of her nursing colleagues to volunteer their time to help with fundraising and social events for the residents of several nursing homes. Furthermore, she finds the energy to contribute to health screening events held at temples to benefit local and foreign workers who cannot afford basic health screening.

SSN Wan Lin's steadfastness in giving her time to aid the needy is awe-inspiring. She has been volunteering for the Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation since 2016. As a Charity Home Visit Leader, she coordinates visits to beneficiaries' homes, and assists in accessing financial aid and support. She also serves regularly at Tzu Chi Redhill Free Clinic on her off days as a nurse volunteer, and promotes blood donation acitvities with community clubs and the Red Cross.

Mr Anand is the primary caregiver for his two children, who have end-stage renal failure. He sleeps by their bedside when they are on nightly peritoneal dialysis at home. There are times when they feel troubled, and he talks with them through the night. Besides these two sibling patients, Mr Anand has an elder daughter who he is mindful not to neglect. He and his wife help them all understand the significance of living life not as a victim but with normality and self-respect.

Despite having survived cancer twice and 2 stomas installed, Mr Foo continues to lead an active and meaningful lifestyle. He has been Stoma Ambassador for the NUH Colorectal Clinic since 2014. He also offers his time as a Patient Ambassador with the Singapore Cancer Society Colorectal Support Group. Many patients who were referred to Mr Foo sing praises of his approachability and his empathy. He gives patients the strength and courage to carry on with their treatment and to live well.