Updated 30 Aug 2022: Singapore reports 1,410 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,410 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,834,190.
Of the new cases, 198 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,212 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 180 were local transmissions and 18 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,128 local transmissions and 84 imported cases.
A total of 284 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. No deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, making the total death toll stay unchanged at 1,591, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,448 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,448 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,832,780.
Of the new cases, 168 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,280 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.Among the PCR cases, 149 were local transmissions and 19 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,212 local transmissions and 68 imported cases.
A total of 287 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. One more death was reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,591, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,971 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,971 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,831,332.
Of the new cases, 273 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,698 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 244 were local transmissions and 29 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,602 local transmissions and 96 imported cases.
A total of 288 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 8 cases held in intensive care units. Two more death was reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,590, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,132 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,132 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,829,361.
Of the new cases, 268 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,864 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 249 were local transmissions and 19 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,775 local transmissions and 89 imported cases.
A total of 283 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases held in intensive care units. One more death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,588, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,396 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,397 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,827,229.
Of the new cases, 245 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,152 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the ministry of health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 219 were local transmissions and 26 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,046 local transmissions and 106 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 297 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,587, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,645 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,645 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,824,832.
Of the new cases, 320 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,325 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR confirmed cases, 310 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,177 local transmissions and 148 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 364 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with five cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,586, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,627 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,627 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,822,187.
Of the new cases, 316 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,311 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 284 were local transmissions and 32 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,122 local transmissions and 189 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 359 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, making the total death toll stay unchanged at 1,584, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,694 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,694 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,818,560.
Of the new cases, 221 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,473 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the country's Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 210 were local transmissions and 11 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,392 local transmissions and 81 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 345 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. Four more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,584, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,951 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,951 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,816,866.
Of the new cases, 244 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,707 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 224 were local transmissions and 20 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,624 local transmissions and 83 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 344 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 10 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,580, the ministry said.
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Singapore reports 2,660 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,660 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,814,915.
Of the new cases, 333 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,327 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 297 were local transmissions and 36 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,200 local transmissions and 127 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 344 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Two more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,578, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,004 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,004 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,812,255.
Of the new cases, 348 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,656 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 324 were local transmissions and 24 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,513 local transmissions and 143 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 376 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 7 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,576, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,553 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,553 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,809,251.
Of the new cases, 432 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,121 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 395 were local transmissions and 37 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,940 local transmissions and 181 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 479 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Five deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,572, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,762 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,762 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the country's total tally to 1,805,698.
Of the new cases, 382 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,380 through antigen rapid tests (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 352 were local transmissions and 30 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,207 local transmissions and 173 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 479 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Two death was reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,567, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,202 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,202 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,801,936.
Of the new cases, 407 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,795 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 380 were local transmissions and 27 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,529 local transmissions and 266 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 524 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. Five deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,565, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,665 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,665 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the country's total tally to 1,796,734.
Of the new cases, 271 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,394 through antigen rapid tests (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 244 were local transmissions and 27 imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,264 local transmissions and 130 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 569 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 20 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,560, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,023 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,023 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,794,069.
Of the new cases, 389 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,634 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 345 were local transmissions and 44 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,459 local transmissions and 175 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 564 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 19 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,559, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,403 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,403 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,791,046.
Of the new cases, 469 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,934 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 427 were local transmissions and 42 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,670 local transmissions and 264 imported cases.
A total of 590 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 22 cases in intensive care units. Four new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,556, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,481 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,481 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,786,643.
Of the new cases, 600 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,881 through antigen rapid tests, or ART according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 545 were local transmissions and 55 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,495 local transmissions and 386 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 642 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 24 cases in intensive care units. Six deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,552, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,776 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,776 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,781,162.
Of the new cases, 537 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,239 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 506 were local transmissions and 31 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 6,756 local transmissions and 483 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 686 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 22 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,546, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,305 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,305 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,773,386.
Of the new cases, 318 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,987 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 292 were local transmissions and 26 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,868 local transmissions and 119 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 694 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 27 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,543, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,965 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,965 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,771,081.
Of the new cases, 715 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,250 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 679 were local transmissions and 36 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,028 local transmissions and 222 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 731 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 27 cases in intensive care units. One more death from COVID-19 was reported on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,542, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,541 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,541 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,763,116.
Of the new cases, 348 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,193 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 338 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,086 local transmissions and 107 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 680 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 24 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,541, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,798 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,798 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,759,575.
Of the newly recorded infections, 960 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,838 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 912 were local transmissions and 48 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,713 local transmissions and 125 imported cases.
A total of 622 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 24 in intensive care units. Three new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,539, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,633 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,633 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,754,777.
Of the new cases, 613 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,020 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 563 were local transmissions and 50 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,863 local transmissions and 157 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 626 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 16 cases in intensive care units. Two more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,536, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,270 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,270 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,749,144.
Of the new cases, 699 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,571 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 662 were local transmissions and 37 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,386 local transmissions and 185 imported cases.
A total of 659 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Three new deaths from COVID-19 were reported on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,534, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,648 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,648 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,742,874.
Of the new cases, 649 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,999 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 612 were local transmissions and 37 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,780 local transmissions and 219 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 689 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 63 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,531, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,231 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,231 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,736,226.
Of the new cases, 772 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 6,459 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 729 were local transmissions and 43 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 6,213 local transmissions and 246 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 702 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 59 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,528, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 10,230 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 10,230 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,728,995.
Of the new cases, 659 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 9,571 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 632 were local transmissions and 27 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 9,244 local transmissions and 327 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 652 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 63 cases in intensive care units. Four more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,524, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,709 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,709 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,718,765.
Of the new cases, 454 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,255 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 429 were local transmissions and 25 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,119 local transmissions and 136 imported cases, respectively. A total of 676 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 65 cases in intensive care units.
Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,520, the ministry said. The ministry announced on Monday evening that it has revised the number of deaths due to COVID-19 in 2021 from 803 to 821. The adjustment follows an annual reconciliation exercise after the Registry of Births and Deaths finalized its report for 2021.
Singapore reports 5,106 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,106 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,714,056.
Of the new cases, 650 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,456 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 616 were local transmissions and 34 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,297 local transmissions and 159 imported cases.
A total of 698 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. Three more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, raising the total death toll to 1,500, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,558 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,558 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,708,950.
Of the new cases, 586 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,972 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 554 were local transmissions and 32 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,743 local transmissions and 229 imported cases.
A total of 689 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. Three new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,497, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,938 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,938 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,702,392.
Of the new cases, 797 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,141 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 763 were local transmissions and 34 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 6,866 local transmissions and 275 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 719 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 19 cases in intensive care units. Two death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,494, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 8,565 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 8,565 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,694,454.
Of the new cases, 841 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,724 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 795 were local transmissions and 46 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,411 local transmissions and 313 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 688 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, lifting the total death toll to 1,492, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 8,763 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 8,763 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,685,889.
Of the new cases, 719 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,044 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 678 were local transmissions and 41 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,742 local transmissions and 302 imported cases.
A total of 707 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 19 of them in intensive care units. Three new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 1,490, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 12,419 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 12,419 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,677,126.
Of the new cases, 916 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 11,503 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 878 were local transmissions and 38 imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 11,056 local transmissions and 447 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 727 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,487, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,551 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,551 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,664,707.
Of the new cases, 434 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,117 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 407 were local transmissions and 27 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,951 local transmissions and 166 imported cases.
A total of 757 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 19 cases in intensive care units. Seven death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,483, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,175 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,175 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,659,156.
Of the new cases, 666 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,509 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 633 were local transmissions and 33 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,317 local transmissions and 192 imported cases.
A total of 738 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 21 cases in intensive care units. Four more deaths were reported from the pandemic on Sunday, bringing the death toll to 1,476, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,889 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,889 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,652,981.
Of the new cases, 804 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,085 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 763 were local transmissions and 41 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 6,829 local transmissions and 256 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 739 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,472, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 8,983 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 8,983 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,645,092.
Of the new cases, 740 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,243 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 705 were local transmissions and 35 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,930 local transmissions and 313 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 758 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 14 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,468, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,749 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,749 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,636,109.
Of the new cases, 766 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,983 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 728 were local transmissions and 38 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,590 local transmissions and 393 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 741 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,466, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 10,293 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 10,293 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,626,360.
Of the new cases, 929 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 9,364 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 888 were local transmissions and 41 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 9,008 local transmissions and 356 imported cases.
A total of 818 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 17 of them held in intensive care units. Three new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, taking the death toll to 1,463, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 13,794 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 13,794 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,616,067.
Of the new cases, 979 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 12,815 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 937 were local transmissions and 42 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 12,341 local transmissions and 474 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 795 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 13 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,460, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,227 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,227 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,602,273.
Of the new cases, 541 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,686 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 506 were local transmissions and 35 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,472 local transmissions and 214 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 810 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 16 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,457, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,947 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,947 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,596,046.
Of the new cases, 694 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 6,253 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 653 were local transmissions and 41 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,985 local transmissions and 268 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 789 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 14 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths from COVID-19 were reported on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,453, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,153 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,153 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,589,099.
Of the new cases, 807 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,346 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 762 were local transmissions and 45 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,929 local transmissions and 417 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 771 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 17 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, keeping the total death toll at 1,450, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 10,526 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 10,526 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,579,946.
Of the new cases, 9,826 were local transmissions and 700 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 796 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 9,030 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 760 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 20 cases in intensive care units. Three more deaths were reported due to the COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,447, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 11,772 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 11,772 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,569,420.
Of the new cases, 10,992 were local transmissions and 780 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 986 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 10,006 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 766 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 20 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported due to COVID-19 infection, pushing the death toll to 1,444, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 16,870 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 16,870 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,557,648.
Of the new cases, 15,978 were local transmissions and 892 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 906 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 15,072 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 734 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 12 cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported due to COVID-19 infection, pushing the death toll to 1,440, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,979 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,979 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,540,788.
Of the new cases, 5,743 were local transmissions and 236 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 508 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,235 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 679 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units.
Five deaths were reported due to COVID-19 infection, pushing the death toll to 1,437, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,495 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,495 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,534,799.
Of the new cases, 339 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,156 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 321 were local transmissions and 18 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,975 local transmissions and 181 imported cases.
A total of 633 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 16 of them held in intensive care units. No new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,432, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,423 new COVID-19 cases, 4 more deaths
Singapore reported 6,423 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,530,304.
Of the new cases, 302 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 6,121 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 285 were local transmissions and 17 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,915 local transmissions and 206 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 668 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,432, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 8,659 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 8,659 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,523,881.
Of the new cases, 799 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,860 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 771 were local transmissions and 28 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,604 local transmissions and 256 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 681 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,428, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,284 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,284 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,515,222.
Of the new cases, 789 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,495 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 750 were local transmissions and 39 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,181 local transmissions and 314 imported cases respectively.
A total of 653 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 14 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, taking the total death toll to 1,427, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,985 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,985 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,505,938.
Of the new cases, 834 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 9,151 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 780 were local transmissions and 54 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,754 local transmissions and 397 imported cases.
A total of 671 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 12 of them held in intensive care units. Three new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the death toll to 1,426, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,989 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,989 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,495,953.
Of the new cases, 837 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 9,152 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 776 were local transmissions and 61 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,749 local transmissions and 403 imported cases respectively.
A total of 683 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 15 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 1,423, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 12,784 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 12,784 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,485,964.
Of the new cases, 839 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 11,945 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 802 were local transmissions and 37 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 11,446 local transmissions and 499 imported cases.
A total of 683 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 16 cases in intensive care units. Two new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the death toll to 1,421, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,946 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,946 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,473,180.
Of the new cases, 495 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,451 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 468 were local transmissions and 27 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,232 local transmissions and 219 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 631 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 14 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,419, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,127 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,127 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,467,234.
Of the new cases, 551 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,576 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 522 were local transmissions and 29 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,343 local transmissions and 233 imported cases.
A total of 582 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine of them held in intensive care units. Two new deaths from COVID-19 were reported on Sunday, bringing the death toll to 1,418, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 7,952 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,952 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,461,107.
Of the new cases, 765 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 7,187 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 733 were local transmissions and 32 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 6,906 local transmissions and 281 imported cases.
A total of 559 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, taking the total death toll to 1,416, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,087 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,087 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,453,155.
Of the new cases, 795 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,292 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 737 were local transmissions and 58 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 7,855 local transmissions and 437 imported cases.
A total of 516 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 of them in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the death toll to 1,415, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,505 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,505 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,444,068.
Of the new cases, 763 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,742 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 731 were local transmissions and 32 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,198 local transmissions and 544 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 483 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,413, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 9,392 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 9,392 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,434,563.
Of the new cases, 749 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 8,643 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 714 were local transmissions and 35 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 8,075 local transmissions and 568 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 455 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,411, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 11,504 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 11,504 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,425,171.
Of the new cases, 767 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 10,737 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 743 were local transmissions and 24 imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 9,989 local transmissions and 748 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 437 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the death toll to 1,410, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,309 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,309 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,413,667.
Of the new cases, 383 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,926 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 356 were local transmissions and 27 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,489 local transmissions and 437 imported cases.
A total of 420 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine of them in intensive care units. One new death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the death toll to 1,409, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,116 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,116 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,408,358.
Of the new cases, 4,697 were local transmissions and 419 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 457 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,240 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 377 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units.
No new deaths were reported due to COVID-19, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,408, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,168 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,168 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,403,242.
Of the new cases, 5,654 were local transmissions and 514 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 450 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,204 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 353 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 10 cases in intensive care units.
No new death was reported due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll at 1,408, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 6,516 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,516 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,397,074.
Of the new cases, 514 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 6,002 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 480 were local transmissions and 34 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 5,394 were local transmissions and 608 were imported cases.
A total of 357 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, keeping the total death toll at 1,408, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 6,606 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,606 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,390,558.
Of the new cases, 535 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 6,071 through antigen rapid tests (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 497 were local transmissions and 38 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 5,457 were local transmissions and 614 were imported cases.
A total of 341 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Three more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,408, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,862 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,862 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,383,952.
Of the new cases, 473 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 5,389 through antigen rapid tests (ARTs), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 440 were local transmissions and 33 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 4,805 were local transmissions and 584 were imported cases.
A total of 322 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 12 cases in intensive care units. No new deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,405, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 7,109 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 7,109 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,378,090. Of the new cases, 502 were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 6,607 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
Among the PCR cases, 452 were local transmissions and 50 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 5,941 were local transmissions and 666 were imported cases. A total of 326 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, keeping the total death toll at 1,405, according to the ministry.
The ministry also said on Tuesday that Singapore has witnessed a 23 percent week-on-week increase in COVID-19 community infections, and the rise is largely driven by the increased spread of newer Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5. Although the BA.2 subvariant still accounts for the bulk of COVID-19 infections in the city-state, the proportion of BA.4 and BA.5 infections is rising. About 30 percent of the COVID-19 cases in the community in the past week were cases with BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants, as compared to 17 percent and 3 percent for the previous two weeks, respectively. "The surge in BA.4 and BA.5 cases is likely to continue, driven by their higher transmissibility compared to BA.2," said the ministry.
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Singapore reports 3,220 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,220 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,370,981.
Of the new cases, 281 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,939 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 251 were local transmissions and 30 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,633 were local transmissions and 306 were imported cases.
A total of 296 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,405, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,199 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,199 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,367,761.
Of the new cases, 298 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,901 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 279 were local transmissions and 19 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,621 were local transmissions and 280 were imported cases.
A total of 275 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, lifting the death toll to 1,403, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,782 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,782 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,364,562.
Of the new cases, 364 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 3,418 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 341 were local transmissions and 23 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,115 were local transmissions and 303 were imported cases.
A total of 279 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 6 cases in intensive care units. No death was recorded due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll to 1,402, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,085 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,085 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,360,780.
Of the new cases, 407 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 3,678 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 375 were local transmissions and 32 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,323 were local transmissions and 355 were imported cases.
A total of 264 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 4 cases in intensive care units. 1 death was reported from COVID-19, bringing the total death toll at 1,402, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,120 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,120 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,355,801.
Of the new cases, 325 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,795 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 300 were local transmissions and 25 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,531 were local transmissions and 264 were imported cases.
A total of 240 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 2 cases in intensive care units. 0 death was reported from COVID-19, keeping the total death toll at 1,401, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,906 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,906 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,352,681.
Of the new cases, 3,536 were local transmissions and 370 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 370 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,536 through ART (antigen rapid test), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 240 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with two cases in intensive care units.
No death was reported due to COVID-19 infection on Wednesday, keeping the death toll at 1,401, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,130 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,130 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,348,775.
Of the new cases, 4,692 were local transmissions and 438 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 387 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,305 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 250 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with two cases in intensive care units.
Three deaths were reported due to COVID-19 infection, pushing the death toll to 1,401, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,389 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,389 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,343,645.
Of the new cases, 216 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,173 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 202 were local transmissions and 14 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 1,980 were local transmissions and 193 were imported cases.
A total of 263 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 3 cases in intensive care units. 1 death was reported from COVID-19, bringing the total death toll at 1,398, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,503 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,503 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,341,256.
Of the new cases, 248 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,255 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 236 were local transmissions and 12 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,113 were local transmissions and 142 were imported cases.
A total of 240 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with one case in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19, keeping the total death toll at 1,397, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,128 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,128 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,338,753.
Of the new cases, 310 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,818 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 300 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,659 were local transmissions and 159 were imported cases.
A total of 233 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with two cases in intensive care units. 1 death was reported from COVID-19, bringing the total death toll at 1,397, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,969 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,969 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,335,625.
Of the new cases, 325 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,644 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 304 were local transmissions and 21 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,510 were local transmissions and 134 were imported cases.
A total of 224 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with three cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19, keeping the total death toll at 1,396, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,431 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,431 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,332,656.
Of the new cases, 310 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 3,121 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 290 were local transmissions and 20 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,947 were local transmissions and 174 were imported cases.
A total of 226 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with four cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,396, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,602 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,602 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,329,225.
Of the new cases, 370 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,232 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 349 were local transmissions and 21 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,044 were local transmissions and 188 were imported cases.
A total of 227 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine of them held in intensive care units. No new deaths were reported from COVID-19 in the Southeast Asian country on Wednesday, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,394, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 4,477 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,477 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,325,623.
Of the new cases, 337 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 4,140 through antigen rapid test (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 325 were local transmissions and 12 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,976 were local transmissions and 164 were imported cases.
A total of 267 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,394, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,162 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,162 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,321,146.
Of the new cases, 215 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 1,947 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 200 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 1,841 were local transmissions and 106 were imported cases.
A total of 259 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, keeping the total death toll at 1,393, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,256 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,256 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,318,984.
Of the new cases, 243 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,013 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 225 were local transmissions and 18 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 1,920 were local transmissions and 93 were imported cases.
A total of 290 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, lifting the death toll to 1,393, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,879 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,879 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,316,728.
Of the new cases, 265 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,614 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 250 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,502 local transmissions and 112 imported cases.
A total of 289 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. Three more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,392, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,233 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,233 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,313,849.
Of the new cases, 290 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,943 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 280 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,818 local transmissions and 125 imported cases.
A total of 314 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 12 cases in intensive care units. No more death was reported due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll at 1,389, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,745 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,745 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,310,616.
Of the new cases, 352 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,393 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 335 were local transmissions and 17 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,233 local transmissions and 160 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 318 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. No more death was reported due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll at 1,389, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,577 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,577 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,306,871.
Of the new cases, 366 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,211 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Of the PCR cases, 348 were local transmissions and 18 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,065 were local transmissions and 146 were imported cases.
A total of 327 cases are currently warded in hospitals in the country, with 11 cases in intensive care units. No more death was reported due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll at 1,389, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,985 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,985 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,303,294.
Of the new cases, 439 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,546 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 429 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,345 local transmissions and 201 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 330 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 11 cases in intensive care units. Three death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,389, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,389 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,389 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,298,309.
Of the new cases, 208 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,181 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 200 were local transmissions and eight were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,106 local transmissions and 75 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 337 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,386, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,551 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,551 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,295,920.
Of the new cases, 2,448 were local transmissions and 103 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 263 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,185 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 334 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units.
No more death was reported due to COVID-19 infection, keeping the death toll at 1,383, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,323 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,323 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,293,369.
Of the new cases, 3,244 were local transmissions and 79 were imported cases. Among the local cases, 329 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,915 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. A total of 301 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven of them in intensive care units.
No new deaths were reported due to COVID-19 infection in the Southeast Asian country, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,383, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,830 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,830 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,290,046.
Of the new cases, 418 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,412 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 404 were local transmissions and 14 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,306 local transmissions and 106 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 323 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,383, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,936 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,936 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,286,216.
Of the new cases, 295 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,641 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the ministry of health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 288 were local transmissions and seven were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,541 local transmissions and 100 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 316 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,382, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,167 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,167 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,282,280.
Of the new cases, 438 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,729 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 433 were local transmissions and five were imported cases. All of the 3,729 ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk were local transmissions.
A total of 323 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with five cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,380, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 5,727 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 5,727 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,278,113.
Of the new cases, 426 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 5,301 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 416 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 5,207 local transmissions and 94 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 297 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with five cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, taking the death toll to 1,378, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,751 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,751 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,272,386.
Of the new cases, 239 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,512 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 235 were local transmissions and four were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,443 local transmissions and 69 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 305 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with four cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,377, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,827 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,827 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,269,635.
Of the new cases, 262 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,565 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 253 were local transmissions and nine were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,471 local transmissions and 94 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 282 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,375, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,775 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,775 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,266,808.
Of the new cases, 358 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,417 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 343 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,276 local transmissions and 141 imported cases.
A total of 276 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. No more deaths were reported from COVID-19 in the Southeast Asian country on Saturday, leaving the death toll unchanged at 1,374, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 4,342 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,342 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,263,033.
Among the new cases, 4,228 were local transmissions and 114 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 345 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,883 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 292 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,374, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 4,578 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,578 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,258,691.
Among the new cases, 4,471 were local transmissions and 107 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 469 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,002 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 302 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,371, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 6,442 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 6,442 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,254,113.
Among the new cases, 6,289 were local transmissions and 153 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 453 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 5,836 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 288 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 1,369, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,664 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,664 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,247,671.
Among the new cases, 2,602 were local transmissions and 62 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 282 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,320 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to the statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 275 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,367, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,123 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore has detected its first community cases confirmed to be infected with the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of COVID-19, the Ministry of Health said in a press release Monday. The ministry reported two local COVID-19 cases infected with the BA.4 variant, and one local case infected with the BA.5 variant. All cases are fully vaccinated, and had earlier received their booster dose. They were either asymptomatic or had mild symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose and sore throat, and did not require hospitalization.
The ministry said it will step up local surveillance efforts and continue monitoring the spread of the BA.4 and BA.5 variants in Singapore. While the society is now more resilient against the virus, everyone should continue to play their part and remain vigilant to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the ministry noted.
On Monday, Singapore recorded 2,123 new COVID-19 infections, including 2,073 locally transmitted and 50 imported cases bringing total to 1,245,007. Three more deaths were reported from the pandemic in the Southeast Asian country, bringing the death toll to 1,366.
Singapore reports 2,651 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,651 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,242,884.
Of the new cases, 356 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,295 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 341 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,253 local transmissions and 42 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 274 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,363, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,383 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,383 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,240,233.
Of the new cases, 391 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,992 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to the statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 369 were local transmissions and 22 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,916 local transmissions and 76 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 260 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, keeping the total death toll at 1,362, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 4,291 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,291 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,236,850.
Of the new cases, 402 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,889 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 388 were local transmissions and 14 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 3,791 were local transmissions and 98 were imported cases.
A total of 266 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 1,362, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,645 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,645 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,232,559.
Of the new cases, 409 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,236 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 387 were local transmissions and 22 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,111 local transmissions and 125 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 265 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. Three more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,361, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,890 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,890 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,228,914.
Of the new cases, 395 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,495 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the ministry of health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 373 were local transmissions and 22 were imported. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,343 local transmissions and 152 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 246 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,358, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,831 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,831 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,225,024.
Of the new cases, 410 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,421 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 394 were local transmissions and 16 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,225 local transmissions and 196 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 263 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Four more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, taking the death toll to 1,356, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,271 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,271 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,220,193.
Of the new cases, 234 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,037 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to the statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 222 were local transmissions and 12 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,951 local transmissions and 86 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 241 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, keeping the total death toll at 1,352, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,423 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,423 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,217,922.
Of the new cases, 298 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,125 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 276 were local transmissions and 22 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,993 local transmissions and 132 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 240 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,352, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,162 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,162 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,215,499.
Of the new cases, 365 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,797 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to data released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 340 were local transmissions and 25 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,607 were local transmissions and 190 were imported cases.
A total of 237 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with five cases in intensive care units. Four more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection in the country, bringing the COVID-19 related death toll to 1,350, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,420 new COVID-19 cases
The number of new Covid-19 cases reported in Singapore fell to 3,420 on Friday (May 6) from 4,733 on Thursday, said the Ministry Of Health (MOH) in an update on its website.
There were 3,201 new locally transmitted cases. Of the new local cases, 459 were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests, while another 2,742 were detected through antigen rapid tests, which means they either had no symptoms or their symptoms were mild. There were 219 new imported cases, with 20 detected through PCR tests and 199 through ART. Two deaths were reported, MOH said.
With the latest update on Friday, Singapore has recorded a total of 1,212,337 Covid-19 cases, with 1,346 deaths.
Singapore reports 4,733 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,733 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,208,917.
Of the new cases, 361 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,372 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 338 were local transmissions and 23 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 4,137 local transmissions and 235 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 231 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Four deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,344, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,638 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,638 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,204,184.
Of the new cases, 143 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,495 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 131 were local transmissions and 12 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,426 local transmissions and 69 imported cases.
A total of 253 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Two new deaths from COVID-19 were reported on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,340, the ministry said.
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Singapore reports 1,570 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,570 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,202,546.
Of the new cases, 170 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,400 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 157 were local transmissions and 13 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,351 local transmissions and 49 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 240 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with five cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, keeping the total death toll at 1,338, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 1,336 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,336 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,200,976.
Of the new cases, 203 were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,133 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 195 were local transmissions and eight were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,106 local transmissions and 27 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 220 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 1,338, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,732 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,732 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,199,640.
Among the new cases, 1,694 were local transmissions and 38 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 216 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,478 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 225 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total death toll to 1,336, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,141 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,141 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,197,908.
Among the new cases, 2,083 were local transmissions and 58 were imported cases. Of the local cases, 269 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,814 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 231 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,335, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,517 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,517 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,195,767.
Of the new cases, 314 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 2,203 through antigen rapid test (ART) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 304 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,159 local transmissions and 44 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 245 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, keeping the total death toll at 1,334, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,690 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,690 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,193,250.
Of the new cases, 268 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,422 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 265 were local transmissions and three were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,387 local transmissions and 35 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 256 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, keeping the total death toll at 1,334, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,646 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,646 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,190,560.
Of the new cases, 346 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,300 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 341 were local transmissions and five were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,261 were local transmissions and 39 were imported cases.
A total of 262 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight of them in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,334, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,688 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,688 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,187,914.
Of the new cases, 357 cases were detected through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests and 3,331 through antigen rapid tests (ART), according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 352 were local transmissions and five were imported. Of the ART cases with mild symptoms and low risk, 3,281 were local transmissions and 50 were imported cases.
A total of 281 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,333, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,058 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,058 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,184,226.
Of the new cases, 250 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,808 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR-confirmed cases, 239 were local transmissions and 11 were imported cases. Among the ART-confirmed cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,771 local transmissions and 37 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 261 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with seven cases in intensive care units. Six more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,331, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,044 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,044 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,182,168.
Of the new cases, 259 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,785 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 249 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,741 local transmissions and 44 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 263 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, keeping the total death toll at 1,325, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 2,709 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,709 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,180,124.
Of the new cases, 325 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,384 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 313 were local transmissions and 12 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,317 local transmissions and 67 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 282 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,325, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,025 new COVID-19 cases on Friday
Singapore reported 3,025 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,177,415.
Two more deaths was reported from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total death toll to 1,324, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,420 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,420 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,174,390.
Among the total cases, there were 3,245 local transmissions and 175 imported cases, respectively. Of the new local cases, 334 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,911 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 266 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with six cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total death toll to 1,322, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,472 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,472 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,170,970.
Among the total infections, 3,324 were local transmissions with 148 being imported cases. Of the new local cases, 320 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,004 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 269 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight in intensive care units. Two more deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 1,319, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,718 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,718 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,167,498.
Among the total cases, 4,544 were local transmissions with 174 being imported cases. Of the new local cases, 459 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,085 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 278 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. One death was reported from COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total death toll to 1,317, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,480 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,480 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,162,780.
Among the total cases, there were 2,402 local transmissions and 78 imported cases, respectively. Of the new local cases, 263 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,139 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health.
A total of 261 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Monday, keeping the total death toll at 1,316, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,049 new COVID-19 cases and 3 more deaths
Singapore reported 3,049 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,160,300.
Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Sunday, lifting the total death toll to 1,316, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 1,670 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 1,670 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,157,251.
Of the new cases, 254 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 1,416 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 245 were local transmissions and nine were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 1,375 local transmissions and 41 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 262 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with eight cases in intensive care units. Three deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, lifting the total death toll to 1,313, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,404 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,404 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total tally to 1,155,581.
Of the new cases, 400 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,004 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 386 were local transmissions and 14 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,905 were local transmissions and 99 were imported cases.
A total of 280 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 10 cases in intensive care units. One more patient has died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,310, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,521 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,521 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,152,177.
Of the new cases, 385 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,136 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 372 were local transmissions and 13 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,035 local transmissions and 101 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 272 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with nine cases in intensive care units. No death was reported from COVID-19 on Thursday, keeping the total death toll at 1,309, according to the ministry.
Singapore reports 3,535 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 3,535 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total tally to 1,148,656.
Of the new cases, 449 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 3,086 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 438 were local transmissions and 11 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,972 were local transmissions and 114 were imported cases.
A total of 305 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 13 cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,309, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,552 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 4,552 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total tally to 1,145,121.
Of the new cases, 457 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 4,095 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 442 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 3,978 local transmissions and 117 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 324 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 19 cases in intensive care units. Four more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,307, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,568 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,568 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total tally to 1,140,569.
Of the new cases, 388 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,180 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 373 were local transmissions and 15 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, 2,119 were local transmissions and 61 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 339 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,303, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 2,573 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,573 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,138,001.
Of the new cases, 255 were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,318 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 245 were local transmissions and 10 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,266 local transmissions and 52 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 347 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 17 cases in intensive care units. Two more patients have died from complications due to COVID-19 infection, bringing the death toll to 1,301, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 3,259 new COVID-19 cases (New Report Xinhua)
Singapore reported 3,259 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total tally to 1,135,428.
Of the new cases, 432 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,827 through ART (antigen rapid test) tests, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Health. Among the PCR cases, 418 were local transmissions and 14 were imported cases. Among the ART cases with mild symptoms and assessed to be of low risk, there were 2,717 local transmissions and 110 imported cases, respectively.
A total of 350 cases are currently warded in hospitals, with 18 cases in intensive care units. Two deaths were reported from COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total death toll to 1,299, the ministry said.
Singapore reports 4,014 new COVID-19 cases, 7 deaths (CNA Last Report)
Singapore reported 4,014 new COVID-19 cases as of noon on Friday (Apr 8), comprising 3,880 local infections and 134 imported ones. There were seven fatalities, taking the death toll from coronavirus complications to 1,297.
Among the new cases reported on Friday, 3,565 are classified under Protocol 2, comprising 3,452 local cases and 113 imported infections. Another 449 cases were confirmed via polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests, with 21 of them being imported infections.
Singapore has recorded 1,132,169 COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic.
552 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore; 1 imported case tests preliminarily positive for Omicron
There were 552 new Covid-19 infections in Singapore on Sunday (Dec 5), down from 743 on Saturday, said the Ministry of Health (MOH). This is the third day in a row that new virus cases have fallen below 1,000. Among the cases is a new imported Covid-19 patient who has tested preliminarily positive for the Omicron variant.
Thirteen people aged between 52 and 96 died of complications linked to Covid-19, said MOH. All had various underlying medical conditions, the ministry added, without giving further details. The latest deaths take the total number of Covid-19 fatalities in Singapore to 759.
The new infections comprised 523 cases in the community, 14 in migrant worker dormitories and 15 imported cases. The total number of cases in Singapore now stands at 269,211.
COVID-19 - The Omicron Variant
The Technical Advisory Group on SARS-CoV-2 Virus Evolution (TAG-VE) is an independent group of experts that periodically monitors and evaluates the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 and assesses if specific mutations and combinations of mutations alter the behaviour of the virus. The TAG-VE was convened on 26 November 2021 to assess the SARS-CoV-2 variant: B.1.1.529.
The B.1.1.529 variant was first reported to WHO from South Africa on 24 November 2021. The epidemiological situation in South Africa has been characterized by three distinct peaks in reported cases, the latest of which was predominantly the Delta variant. In recent weeks, infections have increased steeply, coinciding with the detection of B.1.1.529 variant. The first known confirmed B.1.1.529 infection was from a specimen collected on 9 November 2021.
This variant has a large number of mutations, some of which are concerning. Preliminary evidence suggests an increased risk of reinfection with this variant, as compared to other VOCs. The number of cases of this variant appears to be increasing in almost all provinces in South Africa. Current SARS-CoV-2 PCR diagnostics continue to detect this variant. Several labs have indicated that for one widely used PCR test, one of the three target genes is not detected (called S gene dropout or S gene target failure) and this test can therefore be used as marker for this variant, pending sequencing confirmation. Using this approach, this variant has been detected at faster rates than previous surges in infection, suggesting that this variant may have a growth advantage.
COVID-19: Singapore, Hong Kong & Taiwan
Why the surge in Covid-19 deaths in S'pore, and what it means for the future
As seen in other countries, most spikes in Covid-19 cases and deaths are in unvaccinated people, says Professor Dale Fisher. PHOTO: ST FILE
Against this, we had 37 deaths between January last year, when Covid-19 arrived in Singapore, and July 2021. Over that period, more than 64,000 people were diagnosed with the disease. So why has the number of deaths surged, even as vaccination rates here have gone up?
The short answer is the Delta variant. This variant, which is now infecting people in the community here, spreads two to four times more easily, compared with the original wild-type virus. People who are infected with the Delta variant have very much higher viral loads, and vaccines do not work as well against it, though they do still give fairly high levels of protection.
Why is Singapore's COVID-19 death rate the world's lowest
Singapore has the lowest coronavirus case fatality count globally, with just 27 deaths among the more than 57,000 people who have been infected with COVID-19 in the Southeast Asian island.
At 0.05%, Singapore's death rate is well below the global average of around 3%, according to data compiled by Reuters from countries that have recorded more than 1,000 cases. A comparison with countries with a similar sized population shows a stark difference - Denmark's death rate is around 3%, while Finland's is around 4%.
Further, nobody has died from the disease in Singapore for more than two months, according to its health ministry. The country’s leading disease experts said the following are the main factors behind the phenomenon:
- INFECTION DEMOGRAPHICS
- DETECTION
- HOSPITALISATION
- MANDATORY MASKS
- CLASSIFICATION
Singapore’s Covid-19 case fatality rate is remarkably low. Why?
A friend of mine, another journalist, texts me every few days with the latest coronavirus case and death counts from Singapore. On Monday: “Singapore is now at 28k cases and 22 deaths.” I checked the Johns Hopkins dashboard on Wednesday morning to confirm: 29,364 confirmed Covid-19 cases and still just 22 deaths.
All of us are amateur epidemiologists now, and my friend’s fascination with Singapore is all about the country’s remarkably low case fatality rate. Based on those numbers, just 0.07 percent of people in Singapore who contracted the coronavirus have died from it. Compare that to the United States, where more than 6 percent of confirmed Covid-19 cases have resulted in death.
To look at it a different way, the chart above compares total Covid-19 deaths per million people in both countries. The US is trying to bend the curve. Singapore doesn’t even have a curve to speak of. What’s going on?
Singapore reports first 2 deaths from COVID-19
Two patients in Singapore have died from complications due to COVID-19, the first deaths in the country linked to the infection.
The patients – a 75-year-old Singaporean woman and 64-year-old Indonesian man – died on Saturday morning (Mar 21), the Ministry of Health (MOH) said.
The woman, known as Case 90, was linked to the cluster at The Life Church and Missions Singapore, and had a history of chronic heart disease and hypertension.
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Two patients in Singapore have died from complications due to COVID-19, the first deaths in the country linked to the infection.
The patients – a 75-year-old Singaporean woman and 64-year-old Indonesian man – died on Saturday morning (Mar 21), the Ministry of Health (MOH) said.
The woman, known as Case 90, was linked to the cluster at The Life Church and Missions Singapore, and had a history of chronic heart disease and hypertension.
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A 75-year-old Singaporean woman with a history of chronic heart disease and hypertension died at 7.52am.
She had been admitted to the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) on Feb 23 for pneumonia and was confirmed to have Covid-19 the same day.
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