Scorching Dengue Surge in Singapore
In a wild turn of events, Singapore has seen the biggest dengue spike in over three and a half years. Last week alone, 666 new cases were reported – up 73 from the previous week, and smashing the 2016 record of 637.
Year‑to‑Date Numbers
- 7,374 cases so far this year.
- That’s almost five times more than the 1,481 cases recorded last June‑October.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is sounding the alarm: “Urgent action is needed to eliminate potential mosquito breeding habitats in the community.”
Hotspots & Clusters
There are 182 dengue clusters throughout the city. The biggest cluster is chilling around Woodlands Avenue 6 & nearby roads – with 216 cases reported as of Monday.
- Past two weeks: only one case in Woodlands, a big drop from the 27 cases during its peak week.
- Other areas that are seeing fast‑moving outbreaks include Pasir Ris, Joo Chiat, and Jurong East.
- There are 48 high‑risk zones (10+ cases) in places like Bedok, Choa Chu Kang, Tampines, Chai Chee, and Pasir Ris.
Serious Side of Dengue
So far this year, 44 people have battled severe dengue haemorrhagic fever, with five dead. Don’t visit that syndrome – it’s a real nightmare.
What We Can Do
During the hotter months (June‑October), a nationwide team effort is crucial to stop the numbers from spiraling. The key actions:
- Eliminate mosquito breeding sites – trim that overgrown grass, empty that damp bucket.
- Spray insecticides to kill adult mosquitoes.
When you’re bitten by a mosquito, apply repellant regularly. If you feel feverish, headaches, or body aches, get medical help ASAP – you don’t want a quick bite to turn into a severe case.
Symptoms to Watch For
- Sudden fever lasting up to a week.
- Rock‑hard headache, joint & muscle pains.
- Possibly nausea, vomiting, skin rash.
- In severe cases: bleeding from gums, nose, under skin, or blood in urine or stool.
Stay alert, stay safe, and keep those mosquitoes at bay – because we all want the rest of the year to be mosquito‑free, not mosquito‑flooded.
