Singapore recorded a significant rise in COVID-19 cases. New infections jumped by over 58 percent in a week. Hospital admissions also saw an increase. Authorities noted that periodic waves are expected. The current dominant variant is not more severe. Vaccination remains effective. Vulnerable groups are urged to get vaccinated. Public health measures are advised.

The increase in COVID-19 cases could be due to several factors, including waning population immunity, said the Communicable Diseases Agency.

Singapore recorded a significant rise in COVID-19 cases. New infections jumped by over 58 percent in a week. Hospital admissions also saw an increase. Authorities noted that…

SINGAPORE, May 21 — Singapore is monitoring a fresh rise in Covid-19 infections after weekly cases jumped by nearly 60 per cent, although authorities said there is no sign that...