Singapore is changing the rules on who can give blood.

From 2026, first-time donors will be allowed to step up even at age 65 - a move aimed at tackling falling donation rates and rising demand.

This is according to Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, who announced the policy change at a World Blood Donor Day event held by the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA).

But can this shift make a real difference? And what does the data really say about older donors? We dive into the numbers and the policy behind the change.

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Christine Cheung, Associate Professor of Vascular Biomedicine, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine at NTU to find out more. 

Singapore is changing the rules on who can give blood.
From 2026, first-time donors will be allowed to step up even at age 65 - a move aimed at tackling falling donation rates and rising demand.
This is according to Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, who announced the policy change at a World Blood Donor Day event held by the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA).
But can this shift make a real difference? And what does the data really say about older donors? We dive into the numbers and the policy behind the change.
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Christine Cheung,&nbsp;Associate Professor of Vascular Biomedicine, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine at NTU to find out more.&nbsp;

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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The Big Story: Singapore's Blood Crunch - Can raising the first-time donor age limit help?

Who are the heroes walking among us? The ones who go above and beyond, uplift their communities, or shine for Singapore on the global stage?

The Straits Times’ Singaporean of the Year 2025 search is officially underway — a celebration of individuals who truly make a difference. So who are this year’s standout nominees? And whose story will inspire the nation?

On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Zakir Hussain, Associate Editor at The Straits Times, to find out more.

Who are the heroes walking among us?&nbsp;The ones who go above and beyond, uplift their communities, or shine for Singapore on the global stage?
The Straits Times&rsquo; Singaporean of the Year 2025 search is officially underway &mdash; a celebration of individuals who truly make a difference.&nbsp;So who are this year&rsquo;s standout nominees?&nbsp;And whose story will inspire the nation?
On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Zakir Hussain, Associate Editor at The Straits Times, to find out more.

The Big Story: Searching for Singapore’s unsung heroes - Singaporean of the Year 2025

Markets have been moving cautiously, and November was no exception. Investors appear to be in a holding pattern, waiting for clearer signals before making major moves. The latest State Street Institutional Investor Indicators shed light on this trend: risk appetite dipped slightly, equity allocations remain solid, cash is steady, and fixed income hasn’t seen the usual safe-haven inflows.

What’s driving this cautious yet steady behaviour? Are investors diversifying globally, or sticking to familiar US tech bets? And what does this mean for markets in Asia and beyond?

On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Dwyfor Evans, Head of APAC Macro Strategy at State Street Markets, to find out more. 

Markets have been moving cautiously, and November was no exception. Investors appear to be in a holding pattern, waiting for clearer signals before making major moves. The latest State Street Institutional Investor Indicators shed light on this trend: risk appetite dipped slightly, equity allocations remain solid, cash is steady, and fixed income hasn&rsquo;t seen the usual safe-haven inflows.
What&rsquo;s driving this cautious yet steady behaviour? Are investors diversifying globally, or sticking to familiar US tech bets? And what does this mean for markets in Asia and beyond?
On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Dwyfor Evans, Head of APAC Macro Strategy at State Street Markets, to find out more.&nbsp;

Wealth Tracker: Risk, reward, and waiting? How are investors navigating November’s markets?

For families of children with Cerebral Visual Impairment, finding the right therapy can feel overwhelming — and too often, out of reach. CVI is complex, highly individual, and needs personalised support during a critical window of neuroplasticity.

Yet many children still end up with generic, one-size-fits-all interventions simply because specialised resources are scarce.

Vision Nanny is opening doors for families who were once left behind by giving parents and educators access to customisable, CVI-specific activities.

On The Right Busines, Nadiah Koh speaks with Prathyusha Potharaju, Founder of Grailmaker Innovations, to find out more. 

For families of children with Cerebral Visual Impairment, finding the right therapy can feel overwhelming &mdash; and too often, out of reach.&nbsp;CVI is complex, highly individual, and needs personalised support during a critical window of neuroplasticity.
Yet many children still end up with generic, one-size-fits-all interventions simply because specialised resources are scarce.
Vision Nanny is opening doors for families who were once left behind by giving parents and educators access to customisable, CVI-specific activities.
On The Right Busines, Nadiah Koh speaks with Prathyusha Potharaju, Founder of Grailmaker Innovations, to find out more.&nbsp;

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