28 Feb 2020: MOH is aware of a rumour circulating on social media that a foreign domestic worker had passed away from COVID-19 in Singapore. This is not true. She was tested for COVID-19 and found to be negative.As of 4pm on 28 Feb 2020, there has been no fatality related to COVID-19 in Singapore. We advise members of the public to not speculate and/or spread unfounded rumours. Please visit www.moh.gov.sg for updates on the COVID-19 situation.
27 Feb 2020: MOH has received feedback from members of the public that they have received phone calls asking them to visit MOH’s offices to collect documents. We wish to inform all members of the public that the calls are not made by MOH. We wish to clarify that we will not require anyone to collect documents from MOH’s offices if they do not have any existing matter with us.
We urge everyone to verify the authenticity of phone calls claiming to be from MOH by calling our General Hotline at 6325 9220. It is a good practice to always verify the authenticity of instructions before offering any personal information or making payments to anyone.
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28 Feb 2020
Investigations into Shincheonji Church of Jesus the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony in Singapore - Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
We urge Singaporeans to remain calm and vigilant. Singaporeans can continue to play their part by being socially responsible and practising good personal hygiene habits (click here to view Health Advisory). They should wash their hands regularly. Those who are unwell should wear a mask and see a doctor immediately. But there is no need to wear a mask if you are well. Given the evolving situation, Singaporeans who need to travel to the affected areas are advised to regularly check MOH’s website for updates. They should also check the immigration and health requirements of the countries they are going to.
Given the evolving situation, Singaporeans who need to travel to the affected areas are advised to regularly check MOH’s website for updates. They should also check the immigration and health requirements of the countries they are going to. All travellers should monitor their health closely for two weeks upon return to Singapore and seek medical attention promptly if they feel unwell. Travellers should inform their doctor of their travel history. If travellers have a fever or respiratory symptoms (e.g. cough, shortness of breath), they should wear a mask and call the clinic ahead of the visit. Travellers and members of the public should adopt the following precautions at all times:
1. Go to www.maskgowhere.gov.sg and key in your postal code to find the location and contact information of your constituency's Community Club/Centre (CC). 2. You will need to bring your NRIC for verification.
Please keep the masks for use by those who are unwell. Do not use them immediately, or if you are well.
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