More enhanced community health posts across the island to bring health services closer to seniors
Singapore’s three public health clusters have upgraded services at 35 community health posts.
Singapore is expanding its community health posts across the island to bring healthcare services closer to seniors as the country enters a super-aged status. These neighbourhood health hubs, run by the National University Health System, NHG Health, and SingHealth, will offer personalised care such as chronic disease management and caregiver support.
With 35 posts enhanced in 2026 and more set for enhancement in 2027, the posts will provide services like frailty screening, telehealth consultations, and medication reviews. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung noted these posts will offer basic health assessments and preventive care, with enhanced access to community pharmacy, nutrition services, and weight management support.
NHG Health and SingHealth have each introduced enhanced posts in specific areas, with SingHealth's posts offering medication collection, teleconsultations, and medication reviews. The goal is to reduce the burden on tertiary healthcare by addressing issues before they require hospitalisation, with early indicators showing increased resident use of these expanded services.
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