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Zika Virus Infection in Singapore (Update)

27 September 2016

As of 12pm, 11 September, the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed 11 new cases of locally transmitted Zika virus infection in Singapore. Of these, one case is linked to the Elite Terrace cluster. The other ten cases have no known links to any existing cluster. To date, there are a total of 329 cases of locally transmitted Zika virus infection in Singapore, with seven clusters. Eight pregnant women have been confirmed to have Zika.

(Via Singapore MOH - accessed 27/09/16)

Advice to Travellers

All Travellers

  • Mosquito bite avoidance is strongly recommended.
  • Advised to seek travel advice from a healthcare provider at least 6-8 weeks in advance of travel, but particularly important if pregnant or planning pregnancy.
  • Strongly advised to obtain adequate travel insurance – pregnant women should check with their travel insurance company that they are covered under the policy.
  • Take measures to avoid sexual transmission of ZIKV

Specific recommendations for pregnant women

Until the link between ZIKV and adverse pregnancy outcomes has been fully clarified pregnant women should:

  • Postpone non-essential travel to countries or areas with High riskLink of ZIKV transmission.
  • Consider postponing non-essential travel to countries or areas with Moderate riskLink of ZIKV transmission.
  • On return, early obstetric review is recommended even if well.
  • More detailed advice can be found here

Specific recommendations for other travellers

Including women at risk of becoming pregnant, planning pregnancy, and their male partners. Further information and more detailed advice can be found on the TRAVAX ZIKV Infection page

Further Resources