Like many economies around the world, Singapore is seeing higher inflation lately. 📈 Why are some prices going up and how is the Government helping Singaporeans cope with cost of living pressures? Find out here 👉 go.gov.sg/risingcosts-tg

[Sent by Gov.sg – 29 Dec]

Adjusting our approach to manage Omicron variant

Managing Omicron cases under current Protocols 1-2-3
🔷 From 27 Dec 2021, no need for isolation in dedicated facilities
1️⃣ Those unwell: See a doctor
2️⃣ Those well but test positive: Self-test and isolate, discharge after 72 hrs if test negative
3️⃣ Close contacts: Issued 7-day Health Risk Warning

🚫 From 15 Jan 2022, those unvaccinated cannot return to workplace, even with negative PET result

More: go.gov.sg/mohpr261221

✅ Walk-ins for 3rd or booster dose w/o booking
👉 If 2nd Sinovac-CoronaVac dose ≥ 3 mths ago (at selected VCs)
👉 If 2nd Pfizer-BioNTech/Comirnaty or Moderna dose ≥ 5 mths ago (for ≥ 18 y.o. but no SMS from MOH)
👍 Encouraged to take mRNA vaccine unless medically ineligible to do so

More: go.gov.sg/mohpr241221

Enjoy the New Year’s Eve festivities from home and avoid crowded places. Remain vigilant and exercise social responsibility to protect your own health and that of others.

🤔 Was the COVID-19 vaccination painful? What was it like after vaccination? Some curious young kids asked their grandparents about their own COVID- 19 vaccination experience, as they prepare to take the shot themselves! 💪

📽️ Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/3EFovYZblDw
🔗 Register your child for vaccination: https://child.vaccine.gov.sg

Live in a HDB flat? About 950,000 eligible Singaporean HDB households will get their quarterly GST Voucher – U-Save rebates this month to offset their utility bills. ⚡️🚰

A total of $460 million will be given to households this financial year.

Here’s a quick look at what the average household will receive in rebates this month, based on flat type. Find out more here 👉 go.gov.sg/usaverebates-jan2022.

Infographic: @MOFSpore

[Sent by Gov.sg – 6 Jan]

Omicron variant: Updated Health Protocols 1-2-3

😷 Cases managed based on severity of symptoms & health status. From 6 Jan:

1️⃣ If unwell: See a doctor
🔹 Severe cases or those at risk will be issued 10/14 day Isolation Order depending on vax status
2️⃣ Those well or assessed with mild symptoms: Self-isolate & discharge after 72 hrs if test -ve
3️⃣ Close contacts: Issued 7-day Health Risk Warning

🔗 For more info, visit: covid.gov.sg

✅ Booster dose required to maintain fully vax status
🔷 From 14 Feb, those ≥18 y.o. will be considered fully vax for 9 months after their last dose in primary series
🔷 Should take booster about 5 months after last primary dose, & no later than 9 months after

go.gov.sg/mohpr050122

🚨Take note: The updated 1-2-3 Health Protocols come into effect today (6 Jan). This will help us manage COVID-19 patients based on the severity of symptoms and health status.

🔗 For more: covid.gov.sg

🚨 From 14 Feb 2022, eligible persons aged 18 and above will have up to 270 days after their last primary series dose to retain a fully vaccinated status

💪 Get your booster shot to maintain good protection against COVID-19

🔗 For more: go.gov.sg/mtf-050122
🖼️ Infographic: MOH

😨 Is your child nervous about the COVID-19 vaccination? Follow the journey of a little girl 👧 to see how she overcomes her fear of needles to protect her family!

🎞️ Watch the full series ➡️ https://go.gov.sg/myvaxstory-full

💪 If your child has not gotten the COVID-19 vaccination, register now at child.vaccine.gov.sg.

Follow @Govsg for the latest Government announcements