H1N1 Updates

Reverting back to Green Alert Status for Influenza A(H1N1)
Updated on 12 feb 2010

The Influenza A(H1N1) flu alert status has been revised from Yellow to Green. Though the H1N1 virus continues to be the predominant influenza strain globally and in Singapore, the nature of the H1N1 infection has been mild and has so far shown no signs of increase in severity. Many Singaporeans would have acquired natural immunity from the H1N1 infection and the vaccine has also been made available.

Nevertheless, MOH experts will continue to actively monitor the flu situation locally and around the world. As part of our continued vigilance and good patient care, our hospitals will continue to practice essential public health best practices, to limit cross infection in hospitals and ensure that patients get the necessary rest.

Read MOH's press release.
Read Minister for Health's blog entry 'Finally its green'.

Other Useful Links:

* Visit the Ministry of Health website for the latest updates on the situation in Singapore.

* Visit the WHO website for global updates.

We encourage everyone to be vigilant, responsible and practice good hygiene to prevent the spread of the virus.

The approach in managing this virus should be largely based on personal responsibility. Everyone should observe good personal hygiene at all times.
If you are unwell with flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), please seek medical attention promptly.
The doctor at the nearest Pandemic Preparedness Clinic* or Polyclinic or your regular Family Doctor / General Practitioner (GP) will be able to manage them. Based on the severity of the illness and other risk factors, doctors at these clinics may refer patients to hospitals for further management. Our hospitals are now positioned to manage the more severe cases.

*PPCs or Pandemic Preparedness Clinics are primary healthcare providers that form a vital part of the Health Ministry's Flu Pandemic Response Framework.
PPCs are supported with Personal Protection Equipment and Tamiflu from the national stockpile to help manage the flu outbreak in the community. All polyclinics are also part of the PPC framework. Being located islandwide, PPCs will help ensure easy access to medical assessment and prompt treatment for people with flu-like illnesses. PPCs have undergone the necessary training to enable them to manage both flu and patients with other health conditions safely. Pandemic Preparedness Clinics (PPCs) can be recognised by the “H1N1 ready” symbol.

To locate the nearest PPC, public can go to HPB website (http://www.street-directory.com/hpb.ppc/) .

Please visit SingHealth Institutions' websites for latest updates at the respective institutions

1. Click to go to Singapore General Hospital's website
2. Click to go to KK Women's & Children's Hospital's website
3. Click to go to Changi General Hospital's website
4. Click to go to National Cancer Centre Singapore's website
5. Click to go to National Neuroscience Institute's website
6. Click to go to SingHealth Polyclinics' website

Interview on the first confirmed case in Singapore (27 May 09)

Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan gave a doorstop interview on the first Influenza A (H1N1-2009) confirmed case in Singapore. Minister shared his views on the need to be alert in detecting and contacting close contacts of the patient to reduce the spread of the virus in Singapore. View Videos.

SingHealth has produced a series of public education videos on proper hygiene measures. We welcome you to view them from the links below.

Watch SingHealth TV on You tube!
These video clips are specially produced by SingHealth to educate the public on hand hygiene and using a surgical mask.