Thirteen mpox cases in Singapore this year, tightens surveillance measures at airport

Followed by 13 confirmed cases of mpox in Singapore, the country puts in place temperature and visual screening at airports and sea checkpoints for inbound travellers and crew members from mpox-affected areas on Friday, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Health (MOH).

MOH called on travellers to follow the health advisories at air



checkpoints and take the necessary personal precautions to avoid infection.

All travellers are required to report mpox-related symptoms and travel history before arriving in Singapore. People with fever, rash, or symptoms compatible with mpox will be referred for medical assessment, MOH said. Singapore confirmed 13 mpox cases this year as of Thursday.