Singapore Ministry of Health Responds to Alleged Covid Cases
The Allegations
On Nov. 1, local activist Gilbert Goh shared a rumor on Facebook that two women had grim fates after being discharged from A&E.
- A female patient under 50 supposedly died of Covid‑19 after two visits to the emergency department.
- A 20‑year‑old unvaccinated asthmatic woman allegedly was sent home with laboured breathing but later found to have a lung infection upon admission to Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
MOH’s Investigation
The Ministry of Health (MOH) checked its patient records and found no match for either case. In a statement released Monday, the MOH called the claims “serious” and requested more concrete evidence from Goh.
Key excerpts from the MOH’s release:
- “Based on our records, there are no cases that match the descriptions in the post.”
- “We invite Gilbert Goh to come forward and provide us with the details of the patients and alleged cases, so that we can follow up accordingly.”
What to Do If You Have Info
If you’ve heard or seen something that rings a bell, the MOH urges you to:
- Gather clear documentation – e.g., dates, hospital names, patient identifiers (without breaching privacy).
- Contact the MOH directly so the information can be verified before it spreads online.
Keeping Public Trust
MOH reminded everyone that transparency and accuracy are vital for public confidence during a pandemic:
- “When sharing personal experiences, we must ensure they’re substantiated so the public avoids consuming rumours and untruths.”
In short, fact‑checks are the safest route—especially when it concerns serious health claims.
