Sharon Salim

‘I looked like a mannequin’: Content creator Adeline Tay on dealing with hair loss and baldness positively

It started with a bald spot the size of a 20-cent coin when I was 18. I had just completed my military basic training with the Singapore Armed Forces Volunteer Corps two weeks before and was at the neighbourhoodhair salon. My hairdresser told me…

Mediacorp Oli 968 puts the spotlight on inspiring women in the Indian community in Singapore

Tamil radio station Oli 968FM has launched the second season of its weekly women-focused programme, SingaPenne (which means lioness in English). Hosted by DJ Haleema Asman, it highlights the challenges that women in Singapore face and how they have…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 3 things Singapore women can do to show their support

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and showing your support can be as simple as volunteering or just learning more. #1 BE AN EXHIBITION VOLUNTEER Research has shown that volunteering not only makes us happier, it reduces depression and has a…

‘The bond between us is indescribable’: Paralympic swimmer Sophie Soon on her relationship with her guide dog

I was born with an eye condition called cone rod dystrophy, a disorder that leads to the loss of cone cells in the retina. Cone cells are responsible for central and colour vision, which means I’m unable to see objects directly in front of me and I’m…

Women in abusive marriages: How to spot the red flags and what to do next

When your husband belittles or manipulates you, or worse, physically hurts you, does that count as abuse or is it just his bad temper? Whether it’s emotional, physical or mental abuse, experts list out your options for seeking professional help, from…

Women and girls facing online harms can get help from a new support centre

There is a new support centre in Singapore for girls and women experiencing online harms, where victims can call a hotline to report incidents, and seek counselling and legal advice. Online harms refer to harmful online content that encourages…

3 nights in Penang: Instagram art in the countryside, dreamy sunsets and a most unusual dinner date

It was my first time in Penang, and I’d heard a lot about the friendly locals, the lively art scene and, of course, the delicious street food. But what I didn’t expect was to be surrounded by endless views of paddy fields – while posing for a picture…

Glaucoma in women: What to know about the silent eye condition that can lead to blindness

Did you know that glaucoma, an eye condition affecting the optic nerve, is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide? The optic nerve conveys messages from the eye to the brain and enables you to see. In glaucoma, increased pressure in…

I’m turning 30 and panicking – why are we so afraid of milestone birthdays?

Whether you’re turning 30, 40 or 50, there’s just something about landmark birthdays that feels gloomy and terrifying. One week before her birthday rolls around, CNA Women’s Sharon Salim talks about her fear of hitting the big 3-0 and how she’s…

This mumpreneur got through a teen pregnancy and job rejections – she’s now designed a hands-free breast pump

Mother-of-four Stacy Chow understands just how stressful breastfeeding can be. She tells CNA Women how her own search for a wearable breast pump led her to design her own, and how she found purpose in helping new mums in every aspect of their…

Divorce and women: Why prenuptial agreements are becoming more common and what to know about it

Prenuptial agreements aren’t just the purview of the wealthy – any woman can benefit from one. CNA Women talks to family lawyers to find out what you should know about it and how it may protect you from unnecessary financial heartache and lengthy…

Get ready to scream: Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Singapore is back after a two-year hiatus

Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights is finally back for its 10th edition this year. Its last instalment was in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. From Sep 30 to Nov 5, on selected nights, scare-seekers can explore three haunted…

TikTok sensation Jeff Ng to make a special appearance at Gardens by the Bay picnic on National Day

If you’ve managed to secure tickets to National Day Picnic by the Bay (congrats, as it’s all sold out), you’ll not only enjoy sweeping views of the NDP fireworks but will also catch singer and musician Jeff Ng, aka JeffHelloMusic, performing live.…

She’s preventing wildlife from hitting planes at Changi Airport: ‘There are surprises every day’

Did you know that bird strikes can pose a danger to planes, especially during take-off and landing? Wildlife expert Yap Xinli talks to CNA Women about what it takes to keep the runways free of animals, in this second instalment of our National Day…

She's 'made' about 700 IVF babies in 18 years: This embryologist tells us what it takes to do her job

Melinda Chan was 27 when she first joined KKIVF Centre as an embryologist. She tells CNA Women her secret to convincing trying-to-conceive couples not to give up, and how rigorous and intense her role can be, in this first instalment of our National…

What it’s like for this 27-year-old to live with brown spots and growths all over her body

I grew up with brown spots and skin lesions all over my body. When I was younger, the doctors said the brown spots, which were the size of 20- and 50-cent coins, would go away over time. But they didn’t. Instead, they became more pronounced at areas…

'I am a terrible mother': Mum guilt is eating at Singapore women – here’s how to manage it

Whether it’s carving out time for yourself or getting takeouts rather than cooking for the family, mothers are all too familiar with the guilt and self-blame they live with daily. CNA Women finds out why these feelings don’t have to overtake your…

Indoor skydiving world champ Kyra Poh on flying high with sister Vera: 'One day, she will be better than me'

Fun, easy-going, carefree – these were three qualities that came to mind when we first met Kyra and Vera Poh, the sibling pair breaking records with their drive, flexibility and speed. When CNA Women first sat down with the sisters for an interview…

Looking to adopt a dog or cat? This millennial wants to simplify the process with a matchmaking app

Haley Ong didn’t think adopting a cat in Singapore would be that difficult – until she first gave it a go. CNA Women talks to the co-founder of Pawtner about why she created a super-app and her ambitious goal of revolutionising the pet care industry.…

Singaporean singer Tanya Chua wins big at Taiwan's Golden Melody Awards

Singer-songwriter Tanya Chua won big with her latest album at this year's Golden Melody Awards, which was held at Kaohsiung Arena in Taiwan on Saturday (Jul 2). The Mandopop star bagged four awards for her 2021 album Depart: Best Mandarin Female…