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Health Ministry Monitors Covid-19 Amid Spike in Thailand, Singapore Cases
- In May 2025, Thailand saw a sharp rise in COVID-19 infections, with over 33,000 cases reported between May 11 and 17, while Singapore’s weekly case count increased to 14,200 during the period from late April to early May.
- The surge followed factors such as Thailand's Songkran festival, school reopenings, onset of the rainy season, and waning immunity, which accelerated virus transmission especially among children and young adults.
- Hospitalizations increased mainly among elderly and at-risk groups, while the XEC Omicron subvariant, now dominant in Thailand, contributed to higher transmissibility without confirmed increased severity.
- Thailand reported 1,918 hospitalizations and two deaths in Sukhothai and Kanchanaburi, while Singapore's daily hospitalizations rose about 30%, with authorities urging vaccination and preventive measures to protect vulnerable populations.
- Despite rising cases, Malaysia and neighboring countries report stable or declining numbers around 600 weekly infections, with health authorities emphasizing vigilance and public health measures to mitigate impacts.
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JAKARTA, May 20 — Indonesia’s health ministry is closely watching a rise in COVID-19 cases in parts of Asia, including Singapore, Thailand, and Hong Kong, while assuring that the domestic situation remains under control. The increase comes amid rising public mobility, with many Indonesians travelling abroad for international events, including Lady Gaga’s concert tour, which began on May 18. Ministry spokesperson Aji Muhawarman said data up to th…
Health Ministry monitors Covid-19 amid spike in Thailand, Singapore cases
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation both domestically and abroad, especially in light of rising cases in neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
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A fresh wave of COVID-19 infections is sweeping across parts of Southeast and East Asia, with Hong Kong, Singapore, China, and Thailand all reporting a noticeable uptick in cases. While the situation varies from country to country, the general trend is clear: the virus is once again on the move. But is this cause for concern? Where are cases rising? Hong Kong Health officials have confirmed that Hong Kong is experiencing a new wave of COVID-19. …
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