SINGAPORE confirmed 52 new cases of Influenza A (H1N1) on Sunday, bringing the nation's tally to 1,055 cases.

Investigations are still ongoing for these 52 new cases. Of the 1,003 investigated cases, 591 were spread locally while 412 were imported.

The Health Ministry reiterated that the strain remains mild, except for high-risk individuals with underlying medical conditions where complications and even death may occur. It added that most patients, including those in Singapore, have responded well to treatment.

It also urged people who feel unwell with flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat and runny nose to seek prompt medical attention.

If the symptoms are mild, general practitioners, the nearest Pandemic Preparedness Clinic (PPC) or polyclinic, would be able to assess them, it said.

The public is advised to check the MOH website (www.moh.gov.sg) for more information on the PPCs and for the latest updates on the H1N1 situation.