Cases of Influenza A and B Types and Measures Taken

Debated in Parliament on 18 Sep 2023.

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Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked whether influenza A and B cases increased in Singapore from January to July this year compared to last year, the reasons for any increase, and preventive measures being taken.
The Ministry of Health confirmed a rise in influenza cases in early 2023 compared to 2022, attributing it to reduced COVID-19 dominance and relaxed Safe Management Measures.
Vulnerable groups such as young children, seniors, and those with underlying conditions are advised to get annual flu vaccinations.
Individuals with respiratory symptoms are recommended to limit social interactions, seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear masks when leaving home.
The government is emphasizing vaccination and personal responsibility as key measures to address the increase in influenza cases.

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Lim Wee Kiak

Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked the Minister for Health (a) whether there has been an increase in cases of Influenza A and B types in Singapore from January to July this year compared with the same period last year; (b) if so, what are the reasons for this increase; and (c) what preventive measures are being taken to address this increase.

Ong Ye Kung

According to the Ministry of Health’s community surveillance data, the number of influenza cases in January to July 2023 had increased compared to the same period in 2022. This was likely due to COVID-19’s dominance and the effective Safe Management Measures that were in place in 2022.

Individuals at a higher risk of developing severe influenza infection are recommended to get vaccinated against influenza annually. These include young children aged between six months and below five years old, all persons aged 65 and above, and other vulnerable persons with underlying medical conditions that predispose them to severe influenza.

Persons experiencing respiratory symptoms should limit social interactions, see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear a mask if leaving home.

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Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked whether influenza A and B cases increased in Singapore from January to July this year compared to last year, the reasons for any increase, and preventive measures being taken.
The Ministry of Health confirmed a rise in influenza cases in early 2023 compared to 2022, attributing it to reduced COVID-19 dominance and relaxed Safe Management Measures.
Vulnerable groups such as young children, seniors, and those with underlying conditions are advised to get annual flu vaccinations.
Individuals with respiratory symptoms are recommended to limit social interactions, seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear masks when leaving home.
The government is emphasizing vaccination and personal responsibility as key measures to address the increase in influenza cases.

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Cases of Influenza A and B Types and Measures Taken

Debated in Parliament on 18 Sep 2023.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked whether influenza A and B cases increased in Singapore from January to July this year compared to last year, the reasons for any increase, and preventive measures being taken.
The Ministry of Health confirmed a rise in influenza cases in early 2023 compared to 2022, attributing it to reduced COVID-19 dominance and relaxed Safe Management Measures.
Vulnerable groups such as young children, seniors, and those with underlying conditions are advised to get annual flu vaccinations.
Individuals with respiratory symptoms are recommended to limit social interactions, seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear masks when leaving home.
The government is emphasizing vaccination and personal responsibility as key measures to address the increase in influenza cases.

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Lim Wee Kiak

Ong Ye Kung

Persons experiencing respiratory symptoms should limit social interactions, see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear a mask if leaving home.

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Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked whether influenza A and B cases increased in Singapore from January to July this year compared to last year, the reasons for any increase, and preventive measures being taken.
The Ministry of Health confirmed a rise in influenza cases in early 2023 compared to 2022, attributing it to reduced COVID-19 dominance and relaxed Safe Management Measures.
Vulnerable groups such as young children, seniors, and those with underlying conditions are advised to get annual flu vaccinations.
Individuals with respiratory symptoms are recommended to limit social interactions, seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen, and wear masks when leaving home.
The government is emphasizing vaccination and personal responsibility as key measures to address the increase in influenza cases.

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