Singapore’s Quiet Victory Over the Biggest Covid‑Cluster
Local health authorities announced that the country’s largest community Covid‑cluster, tied to the Jurong Fishery Port and Hong Lim Market & Food Centre, has officially closed. The cluster swelled to 1,155 cases back in mid‑July, but for weeks now there have been no fresh links.
What started on July 16 turned into a wet‑market ripple that halted more than 30 stalls, sparking chaos as shoppers rushed in after the port’s two‑week break. Supermarkets rolled out bulk seafood in response—no shortage, thanks to the supply chain’s quick pivot.
Covid‑Mutt – New Hotspots Emerging
- Madrasah Irsyad Zuhri Al‑Islamiah in Braddell Road: 8 total cases, 6 added just yesterday.
- Bus Interchanges: now at 537 cases, with 28 new. Toa Payoh alone holds 174.
- Construction site at 30 Sunview Way (formerly Westlite Kranji Way): 26 cases, 20 fresh.
- Bugis Junction: 291 cases after adding 7.
- Changi General Hospital: 54 overall, 3 new.
Singapore’s daily tally today hit 332 new cases—328 local and 4 imported. A staggering 185 of those were unlinked, the highest ever in the nation.
Hospital Status
- Patients still inside the hospital: 643.
- Critical care: 6 in ICU.
- Under oxygen support: 24.
In the past week, community new cases rose from 771 to 1,489, while unlinked numbers swelled from 184 to 677. Senior citizens over 70 who are unvaccinated or only partially protected face increased risk.
Everybody’s Taking the Cue – Phase Two Return
When the infection spike hit, Singapore slid back into phase two (heightened alert) on July 22 before easing restrictions last month. The latest cluster updates will shape the next moves.
2,000 new daily infections in a month’s time if current rate of spread continues
Singapore’s COVID‑19 Vaccination Update
Heads up, folks! The Ministry of Health (MOH) has just rolled out the latest numbers from the nation’s vaccination drive.
What’s the scoop?
- 8.8 million doses have been pumped into the country so far.
- Right now, 81 % of residents are fully protected—yes, that means two doses or a booster for most.
- And a slightly higher 83 % have seen at least the first jab. A good chunk of the population is getting their shots.
- Sadly, there have been 55 deaths linked to covid‑19 complications. Every mark counts, and the fight is still on.
Why it matters
Every dose counts, and the numbers hint at the rapid progress Singapore has made—our city-state is turning the vaccine roll‑out into a real success story. It’s the same story we’ve all lived through: the juggling of schedules, the coffee runs to the pharmacy, and the hopeful anticipation of that little green thumbs‑up sign on your app.
For a deeper dive into the official figures and the latest guidelines, check the MOH’s release directly at their website. No need to search—just type “MOH COVID‑19 update” into your browser.。
