Iconic landmarks in Singapore lit in purple and yellow to mark World Alzheimer's Day


The light-up is a show of solidarity and aims to raise awareness for the condition and the people impacted by it. - ST

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Five iconic landmarks were illuminated in purple and yellow on Wednesday (Sept 21) night to commemorate World Alzheimer's Day

The Esplanade, Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay Sands, National Stadium and National Gallery Singapore were lit up as part of a campaign to raise public awareness on dementia and Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common form of dementia.

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