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The media is cordially invited to attend the Healthcare Humanity Award 2008 presentation ceremony on 26 May 2008 (Monday), 2.30pm, at the NTUC Centre Auditorium. This year, 48 award winners will be receiving their awards from President S R Nathan, Patron of The Courage Fund. Each award comprises of a medallion and $1,500 cash.

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The Healthcare Humanity Award was launched in 2004 as an annual event to continue the legacy of the Courage Awards, which were given out in 2003 to recognise healthcare workers who fought the deadly SARS virus with uncommon valour and selfless dedication. This is the 5th year that the Courage Fund is giving out the awards; last year, 51 healthcare workers from various healthcare institutions in Singapore received the Awards. This year, we received more than 100 nominations, out of which 48 winners were chosen.

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The Healthcare Humanity Award recognises and honours healthcare workers who are inspirational role models exemplifying the values of courage, extraordinary dedication, selflessness, steadfastness in ethics, compassion and humanity. These values underscore healthcare as a noble profession. Through the Awards, the Courage Fund also hopes to raise the profile of healthcare workers and enhance the understanding and respect for the profession.

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To RSVP for this presentation ceremony, please contact Ms. Carolyn Fong, Executive, Corporate Communications Department, National Healthcare Group (NHG), at tel: 6496 6264, or email: carolyn_pf_fong@nhg.com.sg by 22 May 2008.