Category: Health

Calls for Easing of Stringent Pandemic Measures Amid High Vaccination RatesSingapore — Former Nominated Member of Parliament Calvin Cheng has once again urged the nation to relax its stringent pandemic measures. Despite Singapore boasting high vaccination rates, it remains one of the few countries that continue to enforce strict restrictions. Cheng warns that the prevalent …

Singapore — Lawyer Lim Tean voiced criticism of the government’s Covid-19 vaccination policy in a Facebook post on Jan 18, stating his strong support for those who choose not to or are unable to get vaccinated.Singapore — In a Facebook post on Jan 18, lawyer and People’s Voice party leader Lim Tean criticized the PAP …

New cases highlight reinfection risks as COVID-19 variants evolve.Singapore — Individuals across the globe, including those in Singapore, are experiencing reinfections from the coronavirus that causes the ongoing pandemic. Reports indicate that people previously infected with the Delta variant are now contracting COVID-19 again, this time with the Omicron variant.One such case was reported in …

Exploring the Challenges Faced by Seniors in a Digitally Advancing World“People say technology was supposed to make life easier,” Mr. Teh remarked with a wide smile. Originally from Malaysia, Mr. Teh held various odd jobs throughout his twenties, including several years as a telephone switchboard operator in the 1970s. Following the death of his parents, …

National Environment Agency reassures residents after reports of burning odors over the past two days.SINGAPORE: The National Environment Agency (NEA) announced on Wednesday night (Jan 12) that the "burning smells" reported in eastern Singapore over the last two days are not associated with any local industrial incidents or hotspots in the area.In response to inquiries …

Singapore — On Monday (Jan 10), Health Minister Ong Ye Kung confirmed that there are no current plans to introduce vaccinated-differentiated safe management measures (VDS) for children aged 12 and under."Children are less prone to severe illness when infected, and we aim to maintain universal access to a well-rounded education for all children," stated Mr. …

Singapore Implements Policy as Booster Deadline Nears, Impacting Unvaccinated EmployeesCurrently, the government’s policy of fully covering COVID-19 medical expenses does not extend to individuals over 12 who have opted to remain unvaccinated by choice, she mentioned. This same rule will soon apply to adults over 18 who do not receive their booster shot within 270 …