AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHaze and Health: NEA expects unhealthy air to persist on Oct 14. People with heart or lung conditions should avoid strenuous outdoor activity; children, older adults and pregnant women should minimise it. Singapore has activated haze-treatment subsidies, capped at S$10 for eligible patients, and will distribute N95 masks if PSI exceeds 200. Healthcare Services: Public healthcare systems recovered from a nine-hour disruption on Oct 13, with all affected services restored by 4.37pm; investigations are ongoing. Flu and Heat Risks: Flu activity is at its highest since 2024, and doctors warn haze can worsen respiratory problems. An NUS heat expert also cautioned that rising temperatures affect sleep, exercise and eating, with outdoor workers particularly exposed. Mental Health Care: NUS has launched Singapore’s first accelerated clinical psychology programme to help grow the practitioner workforce.
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