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Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Yahoo
Singapore police probe 11 ‘TCM' clinics for illegal massage services, vice
SINGAPORE, June 29 — Eleven massage establishments in Singapore are under police investigation after they were found masquerading as traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinics, with one implicated in vice activities. Singapore police said yesterday, in a statement sighted by Channel News Asia, the outlets were flagged during enforcement checks on 181 TCM premises between February 7 and April 14, following public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected illicit operations. While most of the clinics complied with regulations, 11 were found to have employed non-certified individuals posing as TCM practitioners to provide massage services. One clinic was also found to be offering vice services. A female employee was arrested for 'managing a place of assignation' under the Women's Charter 1961, said the police. Investigations into the 11 non-compliant establishments are ongoing. Under the Massage Establishments Act 2017, it is an offence to provide massage services without a valid licence. Offenders may face a fine of up to S$10,000 (RM33,140), imprisonment of up to two years, or both. Repeat offenders risk fines of up to S$20,000 and jail terms of up to five years. The police said they have worked with the TCM Practitioners Board to remind registered practitioners of their obligations under the Massage Establishments (Exemption) Order 2018. 'Regular enforcement checks will continue to deter and detect illicit activities at TCM outlets,' said the police, adding that 'those found engaging in such activities will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.'
Malay Mail
18 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Singapore police probe 11 ‘TCM' clinics for illegal massage services, vice
SINGAPORE, June 29 — Eleven massage establishments in Singapore are under police investigation after they were found masquerading as traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinics, with one implicated in vice activities. Singapore police said yesterday, in a statement sighted by Channel News Asia, the outlets were flagged during enforcement checks on 181 TCM premises between February 7 and April 14, following public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected illicit operations. While most of the clinics complied with regulations, 11 were found to have employed non-certified individuals posing as TCM practitioners to provide massage services. One clinic was also found to be offering vice services. A female employee was arrested for 'managing a place of assignation' under the Women's Charter 1961, said the police. Investigations into the 11 non-compliant establishments are ongoing. Under the Massage Establishments Act 2017, it is an offence to provide massage services without a valid licence. Offenders may face a fine of up to S$10,000 (RM33,140), imprisonment of up to two years, or both. Repeat offenders risk fines of up to S$20,000 and jail terms of up to five years. The police said they have worked with the TCM Practitioners Board to remind registered practitioners of their obligations under the Massage Establishments (Exemption) Order 2018. 'Regular enforcement checks will continue to deter and detect illicit activities at TCM outlets,' said the police, adding that 'those found engaging in such activities will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.'
AsiaOne
20 hours ago
- AsiaOne
Police investigating 11 'TCM clinics' for employing uncertified masseurs; 1 offered vice services, Singapore News
Eleven illegal massage establishments are being investigated after they were found operating under the guise of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinics, with one offering vice services. In a statement on Saturday (June 28), the police said they conducted enforcement operations on 181 TCM outlets between Feb 7 and April 14 following public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected vice activities. While most outlets checked were found to be in compliance with the law, 11 outlets were discovered to have non-certified TCM practitioners administering massages to customers. One clinic was also found to be offering vice services and a female employee was arrested for managing a place of assignation under the Women's Charter 1961. Investigations against the 11 non-compliant establishments are ongoing. Providing massage services without a valid licence carries severe penalties under Section 5(1) of the Massage Establishments Act 2017. If found guilty, offenders may be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to two years, or both. Repeat offenders can be fined up to $20,000, imprisoned for up to five years, or both. The police have engaged the TCM Practitioners Board to remind registered practitioners of their obligations under the Massage Establishments (Exemption) Order 2018 to support enforcement efforts. They added that regular enforcement checks will continue to deter and detect illicit activities at TCM outlets. Those found engaging in such activities will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law. [[nid:712700]]
Epoch Times
a day ago
- Health
- Epoch Times
Effective Natural Remedies for Itchy Skin: A Traditional Approach to Relieving Discomfort
Itchy skin is more than an annoying problem—it can be a constant source of discomfort, leading to sleepless nights and worsening symptoms with each scratch. Whether triggered by food, environmental factors, or internal imbalances, the cause of itching is often more than skin-deep. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers time-tested remedies to address itching, focusing on both immediate relief and long-term healing. Diet: The Link Between Food and Itching What you eat plays a significant role in skin health. Certain foods can trigger allergic reactions or stress the digestive system, leading to itching. Foods—such as fish, shrimp, crab, and meats like beef, pork, lamb, and chicken—can trigger food-related itching, especially when eaten in excess. Overeating these rich or hard-to-digest foods may stress the digestive system and provoke an immune response.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Straits Times
Police probe 11 illegal massage establishments posing as TCM clinics
One outlet was also found to be offering vice services. PHOTO: SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE SINGAPORE - The police are investigating 11 illegal massage establishments that were found operating under the guise of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics, following enforcement operations between Feb 7 and April 14. In a statement issued on June 28, the police said the enforcement operations revolved around 181 TCM outlets in response to public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected vice activities. While most outlets checked were found to be in compliance with the law, 11 outlets were discovered to have non-certified TCM practitioners administering massages to customers. One outlet was also found to be offering vice services. A female employee was arrested for managing a place of assignation u nder the Women's Charter 1961. Investigations against the 11 non-compliant outlets are ongoing. Under Section 5(1) of the Massage Establishments Act 2017 , providing massage services without a valid licence carries severe penalties. If guilty, offenders may be fined of up to $ 10,000, a jail term of up to two years, or both. Repeat offenders can be fined up to $20,000, imprisoned for up to five years, or both. To support enforcement efforts, the police have engaged the TCM Practitioners Board to remind registered practitioners of their obligations under the M assage Establishments (Exemption) Order 2018. The police added that regular enforcement checks will continue to deter and detect illicit activities at TCM outlets. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
