Risk / Health Info for Singapore

If you are travelling to Singapore, vaccines are recommended. Air pollution can aggravate respiratory conditions, particularly between June and October. Medical treatment is high quality but expensive.

Dengue fever in Singapore

There have been cases of the mosquito-borne virus dengue fever in Singapore. Dengue fever is also known as breakbone fever because of the severe bone, joint and muscular pains it causes, in addition to flu-like fever and headache. There is no vaccine for dengue fever. Avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellents (50% DEET) and by wearing protective clothing. Sleeping with mosquito nets is also recommended.

Zika in Singapore

Global Affairs Canada has issued a warning about the risk of contracting Zika in Singapore. Zika is a viral disease spread by mosquitoes, and infection during pregnancy has been linked to birth defects. Women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant should take advice before travelling to Singapore. Zika symptoms include rash, itch, mild fever, headache, red eyes, muscle and joint pains. Avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellents (50% DEET) and by wearing protective clothing. Mosquito nets and air conditioning should be used when sleeping.