Singapore experienced an increase in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations between Nov. 26 and Dec. 2, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.
According to the ministry, between 32,035 and 22,094 cases were recorded last week.
“The average number of daily COVID-19 hospitalizations increased to 225 from 136 last week, and the average number of daily cases in the intensive care unit (ICU) increased to 4 cases, from one case last week,” the official said. .
He also pointed out some points that could have played a role in the backlog of cases. Declining population immunity, increased travel, and interactions due to the holiday season are the most likely reasons for the accumulation of COVID-19 infections. .
The Ministry of Health has also indexed some precautionary measures for citizens against the coronavirus.
Maintaining smart private hygiene, including regular hand washing, remains essential. Wearing a mask is the other important precaution to follow.
“The updated Pfizer-BioNTech/Comirnaty and Moderna/Spikevax COVID-19 monovalent vaccines have been available at our joint testing and vaccination centers, public fitness clinics, and select polyclinics since November 2023, and remain free of charge. ,” he adds.
Please refer to https://gowhere.gov.sg/vaccine for the nearest vaccination site and the types of vaccines offered at each site.