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SINGAPORE - Pandemic restrictions are unlikely to be reimposed here as Singapore has managed to successfully transition to living with Covid-19, experts said. Read more at straitstimes.com. ....
Thursday, 05 Aug 2021 07:34 AM MYT Since the restrictions were imposed on July 22, the number of locally transmitted Covid-19 infections has fallen from 162 to 92 yesterday. ― TODAY pic Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest updates. SINGAPORE, Aug 5 Infectious disease experts TODAY spoke to yesterday (August 4) were generally optimistic that Singapore will be able to exit the current Phase Two (heightened alert) as scheduled on August 18, despite the recent spike in cases linked to the Jurong Fishery Port and karaoke lounges. However, among the four interviewed, only one, Dr Leong Hoe Nam from Rophi Clinic, believes that the current restrictions may be extended by another four to six weeks. ....
FAQ: What you should know about getting infected after COVID-19 vaccination Toggle share menu Advertisement FAQ: What you should know about getting infected after COVID-19 vaccination A healthcare worker at National Centre for Infectious Diseases receives one of the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in Singapore on Dec 30, 2020. 14 Apr 2021 09:35AM) Share this content Bookmark SINGAPORE: A dormitory resident in Singapore contracted the coronavirus despite having completed the full COVID-19 vaccination regimen, sparking questions about how this can happen and the effectiveness of the jab. The 23-year-old Indian national was the first such case reported by the Ministry of Health (MOH), which said it is a reminder that it is possible for vaccinated individuals to get infected. ....
Clinics expect greater demand for COVID-19 testing as Singapore resumes more activities Toggle share menu Advertisement Clinics expect greater demand for COVID-19 testing as Singapore resumes more activities A patient gets a nasal swab for COVID-19 testing at a Healthway Medical clinic. (Photo: Healthway Medical Group) 18 Dec 2020 08:56AM) Share this content Bookmark SINGAPORE: Healthcare providers and general practitioner clinics are gearing up for an expected rise in demand for COVID-19 testing as Singapore resumes more activities, with Phase 3 of the country s reopening set to begin on Dec 28. Fullerton Health, which provides COVID-19 testing at seven of its clinics as well as for events like concerts and mixed martial arts (MMA) competitions, said it expects more requests for testing at events and for people returning to the workplace. ....