With the recent bout of Influenza A (Swine Flu), Singapore was swift to act and taken a pro-active stance. We are better prepared for any possible outbreak especially after the SARs experience. What has been done in this short span of time?
- Singapore has stockpiled enough anti-viral drugs like Tamiflu and Relenza
- Ministry of Health issued a travel advisory, asking people to postpone or avoid non-essential travel to Mexico
- The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore deployed thermal scanners at the arrival halls of Singapore's international passenger terminal and regional ferry
- Thermal scanners were deployed at all three arrival halls of the Changi Airport to screen all arriving passengers
- All healthcare institutions in Singapore are intensifying their infectious disease control measures
- The public has been advised to take precautionary measures such as avoiding crowded areas and maintaining high standards of personal hygiene at all times
- Ministry of Education announced that all schools here will conduct temperature checks on their students as a precautionary measure against the swine flu threat. All schools here were required to keep school premises clean and monitor the well-being of their staff and students
- Some companies have set up temperature check booths and staff briefings
- Loyang Aloha has been set as a quarantine site
Practising good personal hygiene is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of germs and reduce infection:
▪ Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water, especially before touching your eyes, nose or mouth
▪ Turn quickly away from anyone near you if you are about to cough or sneeze
▪ Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of the tissue properly in the dust bin after use
▪ Avoid crowded places if you are unwell and wear a surgical mask to cover your nose and mouth
▪ Stay home from work or school when you are sick
▪ Use a serving spoon when sharing food at meal times
▪ See a doctor if you are feeling unwell
Hey, if Bruce Lee has to wash his hands, you better too!
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