Communicable Diseases Agency

Singapore records 27 measles cases to date in 2026, matching 2025 total case count

There is a worldwide trend of increasing measles cases and vaccination serves as an effective preventive measure. Some countries have launched vaccination exercises, including in Mexico (shown in this photo).

Two new cases of mpox strain confirmed in S’pore; risk to public low, say authorities

The risk of mpox spreading to the public is currently low as the disease is mainly transmitted through intimate or prolonged physical contact, said the Communicable Diseases Agency.

Singapore to step up measures to prevent spread of measles after 12 more cases reported

Twelve cases of measles were reported between Feb 1 and March 24.

TB cases in Singapore down in 2025 with 11 deaths and over 1,000 new active cases logged

Older age groups and males continue to make up a significant proportion of new active tuberculosis cases here.

Forum: Balancing privacy with clinical care needs in STI testing

SFA recalls 2 more formula milk products due to presence of cereulide toxin

The Communicable Diseases Agency is working closely with SFA to conduct surveillance with medical practitioners to monitor for potential cases of cereulide poisoning in children.

Health Sciences Authority orders removal of contaminated Rosabella moringa powder capsules

Specific lots of Rosabella's moringa powder capsules have been affected by a possible salmonella contamination. The lot codes can be found at the bottom of the bottle.

SIA passenger with measles who travelled through S’pore not linked to other cases here: CDA

The passenger transited through Changi Airport for about 2.5 hours before getting on his outbound flight to Los Angeles.

No cases of new mpox strain in Singapore but situation being monitored closely, say authorities

Since the global mpox outbreak in 2022, all mpox cases detected in Singapore have been of MPXV clade IIb.

Singapore to ease measures against Nipah virus from Feb 23; no cases reported to date

The Communicable Diseases Agency said it will cease temperature screening at the airport and seaports for flights and ships arriving from affected areas.

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