Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements.

Along with Singapore's growing sodium intake, there is a rising prevalence of hypertension - a major risk factor for stroke and cardiovascular diseases.

In a new initiative announced on Wednesday (Sept 28), Singapore aims to reduce sodium intake by around 15 per cent over five years.

ST multimedia correspondent Cheow Sue-Ann discusses this topic with Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Health Rahayu Mahzam.

Produced by: ST Video team

Edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee

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Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements.
Along with Singapore's growing sodium intake, there is a rising prevalence of hypertension - a major risk factor for stroke and cardiovascular diseases.
In a new initiative announced on Wednesday (Sept 28), Singapore aims to reduce sodium intake by around 15 per cent over five years.
ST multimedia correspondent Cheow Sue-Ann discusses this topic with Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Health Rahayu Mahzam.
Produced by: ST Video team
Edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee
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Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

Synopsis: Our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases our discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, money, career, sports, pop culture and music. 
Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.
Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis &amp; The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

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