Singapore has confirmed 72 new cases (629th to 701st cases) of Influenza A (H1N1-2009) today, bringing the total tally to 701 confirmed cases. So far, most cases of Influenza A (H1N1-2009) are mild and to date, 281 patients have fully recovered and the rest are recuperating. Singaporeans should carry on with their usual activities whilst observing good personal hygiene at all times. If unwell, they should see a doctor, stay away from work, school or crowded places, and rest at home. Investigations are on-going for the 72 new cases. Of the 64 cases investigated yesterday, there were 42 local cases and 22 imported cases.
DETAILS OF NEWLY INVESTIGATED CASES
| Classification | New cases | Total |
(1) | LOCAL | 42 | 349 |
A) | Community clusters |
| RiverlifeChurch | 0 | 10 |
| Butter Factory | 1 | 42 |
| Workplace | 0 | 2 |
| Republic Polytechnic | 11 | 77 |
| Fishermen of Christ Church | 0 | 13 |
| Maju Camp | 1 | 23 |
| NUS Orientation Camp | 3 | 7 |
| Pulau Tekong Camp | 1 | 8 |
| Clementi Camp | 2 | 55 |
| Police Coast Guard (Brani Base) | 0 | 5 |
| Social (Party) | 0 | 4 |
| Raffles Institution Boarding | 1 | 4 |
B) | Local transmission from imported case. | 1 | 13 |
C) | Unlinked | 21 | 86 |
(2) | IMPORTED | 22 | 280 |
TOTAL | | 64 | 629 |
BREAKDOWN OF TOTAL CONFIRMED CASES (AS AT 30 JUN)
Countries | Number of cases |
Singapore | 349 |
Australia | 86 |
Philippines | 72 |
United States | 41 |
Indonesia | 36 |
Thailand | 16 |
UK | 12 |
Hong Kong | 10 |
Canada | 3 |
New Zealand | 2 |
Chile | 1 |
Cruise | 1 |
Total | 629 |
Advisory
2. MOH would like to stress the importance of being socially responsible and exercising good hygiene practices, such as covering the mouth with a tissue when coughing and sneezing. This will go a long way in protecting ourselves, our families and at-risk groups of people who are more vulnerable to developing complications from H1N1, such as young children, those with co-morbidities, and pregnant women.
3. For those planning to travel, we encourage them to be informed of developments globally so that they can take the necessary precautions when travelling. The list of countries with confirmed cases and/or exported H1N1 cases is available on MOH’s website at www.moh.gov.sg. For more information on Influenza A (H1N1-2009), please access MOH’s website, call our hotline at 1800-333 9999, or visit www.flu.gov.sg.
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
30 June 09