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SINGAPORE - As the number of Covid-19 cases rises at a worrying pace and many Singaporeans make a beeline for the vaccination centre, one couple in their 80s are not joining in yet. The wife, 82, who wanted to be known only as Madam Koh, wants to wait till her husband gets the vaccine before doing so. The husband, Mr Lim, 85, who declined to give his full name, has high blood pressure and is afraid that the vaccine will affect his health and lifespan, so he wants to consult his doctor before doing so. His appointment is in September. Madam Koh and Mr Lim are among the seniors that Singapore is trying hard to convince to get vaccinated, and as soon as possible. ....