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CNA - Commentary: Better to be safe than sorry and prepare for Omicron

Dec 6, 2021 - The problem with WHO’s suggestion of adopting a science-based approach to respond to Omicron variant is that our scientific understanding is currently limited, say two Oxford researchers.

ST - What's behind the recent rise in Covid-19 deaths in S'pore? Here are some facts you may not know

Nov 6, 2021 - A closer look at the data provides a better understanding of what’s behind the recent rise in the number of Covid-19 deaths in Singapore

Yahoo News - Study shows dramatic decline in effectiveness of all three COVID-19 vaccines over time

Nov 5 , 2021 - As the Delta variant became the dominant strain of the coronavirus across the United States, all three COVID-19 vaccines available to Americans lost some of their protective power, with vaccine efficacy among a large group of veterans dropping between 35% and 85%, according to a new study.

CNA - Could Germany show Singapore the way to endemic-COVID life? Big events, a return of nightlife, and regular self-tests

30 Oct, 2021 - Schools in Munich have largely dropped the mask requirement and normal life has resumed in the German city with light measures in place. Talking Point’s Steven Chia immersed himself in a large trade show and caught up with an old friend there.

ST - Antidepressant fluvoxamine may cut Covid-19 hospitalisation risk: Study

28 Oct, 2021 - Treating high-risk Covid-19 patients with the antidepressant fluvoxamine may reduce the risk of prolonged hospitalisation by up to a third, a large-scale study showed Thursday (Oct 28).

MOH - MOH releases two new daily charts to better reflect Covid-19 situation in S'pore

24 Oct, 2021 - Two new charts have been added to the daily Covid-19 updates that the Ministry of Health (MOH) issues every night.

They are a chart of Singapore's daily adult intensive care unit (ICU) bed utilisation, and another showing the ratio of community cases in the past week compared with the week before.

Bloomberg - How Singapore's $50 Billion Financial District Will Change After Covid-19

7 Oct, 2021 - Making the area more liveable was already a priority. Hybrid working has made it even more urgent.

ST - MacPherson doctor who died from Covid-19 was kind, kept fees low to help needy patients

Oct 13, 2021 - A family physician at a clinic in MacPherson who died from Covid-19 over the weekend has been remembered as a kind, caring doctor.

ST - Covid-19 quarantine orders scrapped, simpler rules to be rolled out in Singapore from Oct 11

Oct 11, 2021 - A simpler set of rules for Covid-19 patients and their close contacts will be rolled out from Monday (Oct 11), bringing an end to quarantine orders and leave of absence notices.

The aim is to make healthcare protocols easier to understand and reduce the burden on government resources, including phone operators and quarantine officers.

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NHS (UK) - What causes post-COVID fatigue?

In some people, different things contribute to the fatigue and make it last a long time. Low levels of physical activity, a disturbed daily routine, poor sleep patterns, demanding work, caring responsibilities, low mood, anxiety and stress can all make fatigue worse.

What should you do if you are tested ART positive?

How well do you know Singapore's COVID-19 acronyms?

MOH - Get the latest updates on Singapore’s COVID-19 situation

Go to the Ministry of Health (MOH) Singapore for updates on booster doses, travel advisories and the latest safe management measures.

Health Protocols

For more info, visit covid.gov.sg

MOH - COVID-19 Vaccination information & FAQ

The COVID-19 vaccination programme seeks to protect Singaporeans against COVID-19, as well as to protect businesses and jobs through the progressive re-opening of Singapore.

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