Number of Zika cases nears 300, potential new cluster in Ubi Crescent

SINGAPORE — There were nine new cases of locally transmitted Zika infections recorded as of noon on Thursday (Sept 8), bringing the total number to 292, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the National Environment Agency (NEA) in a statement. 

In addition, there is a potential new cluster in the Ubi Crescent area. involving two previously reported cases and a new one.  

Of the new cases, aside from the one in Ubi Crescent, four are linked to the Aljunied Crescent/Sims Drive/Kallang Way/Paya Lebar Way cluster, one is linked to the Bishan Street 12 cluster, and another is linked to the cluster in Elite Terrace in Siglap. 

The other two cases have no known links to any existing cluster.

The NEA has said that it will be carrying out vector control operations and outreach efforts at Ubi Crescent. It will also continue with vector control operations and outreach efforts in existing clusters.

As of Wednesday, a total of 166 breeding habitats have been found and destroyed in the cluster areas, of which 108 are from homes, and 58 from outdoor areas, added the NEA.