Many of us younger folk have this belief that we’re immune to the coronavirus, as it appears to be more deadly for older people who get infected.
This belief would seem to be supported by the facts; after all, most of the COVID-19 patients who require intensive care or oxygen supplementation are above the age of 60.
But as we’ve seen in other countries, no one is safe from COVID-19.
Young adults can also succumb to the virus, and sadly that’s what happened to a seaman here on Sunday.
S’pore Reports 38th Death Due to COVID-19, A 34YO Seaman from Ukraine
A 34-year-old Ukrainian man became Singapore’s 38th COVID-19 fatality after he died from complications on Sunday (1 Aug).
The man, who is a sea crew member, arrived in Singapore on a vessel on 29 Jul.
On 25 Jul, he had developed a fever, cough, and lethargy. Then, on 31 Jul, he started experiencing breathlessness.
He was conveyed to Singapore General Hospital that day and confirmed to be infected with COVID-19. He passed away the next day.
At 34 years of age, the man is Singapore youngest COVID-19 fatality. He was not vaccinated.
10 New Clusters
In four of the last five days, 10 new clusters have been reported daily, with eight clusters identified on the other day.
All of the 10 new clusters reported yesterday were linked to individual cases, with nine of the clusters ranging from three to five infections.
The remaining cluster, the Case 66567 cluster, had 12 more cases added to it yesterday, taking its total to 17.
106 New Locally Transmitted Cases; 25 Unlinked
106 new locally transmitted cases were reported yesterday, of whom 25 are unlinked.
Five imported infections were also detected, taking yesterday’s total case count to 111 cases, the lowest figure since 18 Jul.
16 of the locally transmitted cases were detected through surveillance testing.
Jurong Fishery Port Cluster Continues to Grow
While its daily increases have gradually declined, the Jurong Fishery Port/Hong Lim Market and Food Centre cluster is still growing every day.
Yesterday, 24 more infections were added to the cluster, taking its total tally to 1,072 cases.
It remains our biggest active cluster.
602 Cases in Hospital; 7 in ICU
At the moment, 602 COVID-19 cases are in hospital, most of whom are well and under observation.
36 severe cases require oxygen supplementation, and seven are in critical condition in the intensive care unit.
Of these 43 severe cases, four are fully vaccinated; three required oxygen supplementation while one required intensive care as they have underlying medical conditions.
31 of the cases, who are above 60, have fallen very ill. Only three of them are fully vaccinated.
107,730 doses of Sinovac Vaccines Administered; Those Allergic to MRNA Vaccine Invited to Take Sinovac Jabs
As of Sunday (1 Aug), 62% of our population have been vaccinated with an mRNA vaccine.
In addition, 107,730 doses of Sinovac vaccines have been administered, covering 74,935 people.
The authorities have invited those who suffered allergic reactions to their first dose of an mRNA vaccine to take the Sinovac vaccine.
Once they receive two Sinovac shots, they will be considered fully vaccinated.
Considering their history of allergy, vaccination must be done at a public hospital, where staff can monitor them closely.
What’s more, those who have chosen the Moderna vaccine need not make an appointment any longer. Simply walk into any of the 11 centres offering Moderna’s vaccine to get your shot.
To know more about mRNA vaccines, watch this video to the end:
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