The Healthcare Humanity Awards (HHA) is a continuing legacy of the Courage Awards that was first given out in 2003 to healthcare workers for their courageous fight against the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in Singapore.
Subsequently, the HHA recognises inspirational role models who have gone the extra mile to offer care and comfort to those in need.
Heartiest congratulations to our NUHS winners for the Healthcare Humanity Awards 2023!
Individual Awards
Team Awards
Alexandra Hospital
National University Hospital
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
As a Community First Responder, NC Min Yuan is the first to arrive at a cardiac arrest patient's home to provide emergency aid before the paramedics can arrive. She is an active volunteer with several organisations (including Action for Aids and Lion Befrienders) and has been on 2 missions to Cambodia. She even acquired her certificate for Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training to better equip herself to serve the elderly at risk of social isolation. She is indeed one who goes the extra mile and never stops helping others.
NC Ranjit loves people, works hard, and always tries to lift the spirits of those around her, and it is not unusal to find her attending to patients beyond her normal working hours. She is a source of strength and comfort to the terminally-ill, and trusted like a friend by patients who receive post-discharge support from her. She is a regular volunteer as a member of a PAP Home Visit team, and has been on overseas missions to help victims of natural disasters.
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.
Ms Tan Min Yuan
Nurse Clinician,
Ward 57,
National University Hospital
Ms Ranjit Kaur
Nurse Clinician I,
Nursing Administration,
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
Ms Norhashimah Binte Hashim
Principal Enrolled Nurse,
Ward B9,
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
Ms Kamala D/O Velu
Senior Staff Nurse I,
Emergency Department,
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (formerly from Community Nursing - RHSO, NUHS)
Ms Chee Wan Lin
Senior Staff Nurse,
Choa Chu Kang Polyclinic,
National University Polyclinics
Mr Foo Sei Aik
National University Hospital
Mr Devendarajah Vivekananda
National University Hospital
"I am thankful that NUH has given me opportunities to learn and develop. With the nurses' support, I am motivated to continue volunteering."
"My journey as a Paediatric Nurse has been most fulfilling. Parents have dedicated their lives to care for their children with multiple complex issues. They have taught me to embrace and appreciate life. Despite difficulties, life still has its beauty.
Assistant Nurse Clinician Maznah binte Marmin has a compassionate spirit, extraordinary dedication and genuine care for her patients and their families. Besides providing quality patient care, she is also an active volunteer locally and beyond Singapore. She supports humanitarian aid efforts and works with a non-profit volunteer organisation in the hope of making a difference to the lives of the less fortunate.
Since Mr Pang Yeow Beng's mother started dialysis more than 20 years ago, he has made many personal sacrifices, and devoted his time and energy to take care of her. His positive attitude has earned the healthcare team's respect and admiration.
"I would like to thank NUH for its care and support as well as Prof Evan Lee, Prof Jackie Ho, Nurse Clinican Adeline Teo, and all doctors, nurses and staff."
Ms Maznah binte Marmin
Assistant Nurse Clinician,
Nursing Clinical Services,
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
Ms Elaine Hor
Senior Nurse Clinician,
National University Hospital
Mdm Lee Ah Hong
Volunteer at National University Hospital
Mr Pang Yeow Beng
Caregiver of Patient at National University Hospital
