Singapore's COVID-19 Cases Balloon to 56,000, Mask-Wearing Encouraged

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Erlina Fury Santika 21/12/2023 15:01 WIB

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Singapore's Ministry of Health reported 56,043 COVID-19 cases in epidemiological week 49 (December 3-9, 2023). Restrictions have been re-implemented, and citizens and tourists are advised to wear mas

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COVID-19 cases have surged in Singapore from late November to early December 2023.

According to data from the Singapore Ministry of Health, 22,094 cases were recorded in epidemiological week (epi-week) 47 (November 19-25, 2023).

This number increased to 32,035 cases in epi-week 48 (November 26 - December 2, 2023).

The following week, epi-week 49 (December 3-9, 2023), saw a further increase to 56,043 cases – a 75% jump from the previous week.

Citing *Channel News Asia* as reported by *The Hindu*, the average daily COVID-19 hospital admissions increased from 225 to 350 cases per day.

Furthermore, the average daily cases in intensive care units rose from four to nine cases. Most infections are attributed to the JN.1 variant, a subvariant of BA.2.86.

"Based on available international and local data, there is currently no clear indication that BA.2.86 or JN.1 is more transmissible or causes more severe illness compared to other circulating variants," stated the Singapore Ministry of Health.

In response to the surge in cases, the Singapore Ministry of Health strongly encourages the public to wear masks in crowded places, even if not feeling unwell, especially indoors or when visiting vulnerable individuals.

Additionally, individuals feeling unwell with acute respiratory infection symptoms should stay home and avoid contact with others. This measure aims to prevent overwhelming hospital care, prioritizing emergency and life-threatening situations.

Editor : Erlina Fury Santika

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