𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 In Parliament, I raised a crucial question about the use of ketamine as a treatment for severe depression. While clinical trials have shown that ketamine nasal spray can be effective, its history as a recreational drug may lead to stigma and misconceptions. I asked the Ministry of Health what steps will be taken to educate the public and healthcare professionals about its therapeutic use and how we can ensure tight regulatory control to prevent misuse. For residents in Yio Chu Kang and beyond, mental health care remains a growing concern, and access to safe, effective, and well-regulated treatment options is key. The Ministry assured that strict safeguards are in place—ketamine is classified as a controlled drug, only prescribed by psychiatrists in hospitals and specialist clinics. Patients are carefully monitored, and its use is reviewed regularly. However, I believe that raising awareness and addressing public concerns is just as important. #yiochukang #ycksmc #greatyio #sgparliament #mentalhealthsg #ketaminetherapy #depressiontreatment #mentalwellness #singaporehealthcare #mohsg #healthmatters #publichealth #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #therapyoptions #psychiatry #antidepressants #controlledmedication #drugregulation #healthcaresg #ketamineforsuicidality #depressionhelp #healthcareaccess #medicinesafety #mentalhealthpolicy #yiochukangcares https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15n5T3gaFQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr