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SINGAPORE - Amid growing concerns about a new strain of the coronavirus surfacing here, experts have said measures now in place, such as wearing masks and social distancing, are sufficient to combat its spread. Two new strains of the disease have been discovered, in Britain and South Africa. Malaysia's Health Ministry has also identified a new strain from samples taken...
Amid growing concerns about a new strain of the coronavirus surfacing here, experts have said measures now in place, such as wearing masks and social distancing, are sufficient to combat its spread.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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SINGAPORE - With the discovery of new, more contagious strains of the Covid-19 virus in Britain and South Africa, it may now be important for more Singaporeans to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, said a health expert here. Professor Teo Yik Ying, dean of the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health at the National University of Singapore, said on...
The Straits Times New strains: More people may need to be vaccinated Target of 80% of population may be raised to 90% or more to attain herd immunity: Expert Current research indicates that new strains will not affect the effectiveness of vaccines.PHOTO: ST FILE https://str.sg/JRP7 They can read the article in full after signing up for a free account. Share link: Or share via: Sign up or log in to read this article in full Sign up All done! This article is now fully available for you Read now Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month for the first 3 months.