Covid vaccination and the quest for herd immunity in Singapore

Poll suggests it would be challenging as over 20 per cent would refuse to be vaccinated

Given the low Covid-19 exposure rate in Singapore, having a vaccination level below 70 per cent may not be successful in stopping the spread of the disease, say the writers. PHOTO: REUTERS

Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, Singapore has relied on a series of stringent measures.

These include a near complete lockdown - termed the "circuit breaker" - as well as travel restrictions, quarantine measures, mandates on mask wearing, social distancing and extensive contract tracing.

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