Singapore has recorded a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the Ministry of Health (MOH) confirming an estimated 14,200 cases between 27 April and 3 May 2025. This shows a significant increase from the 11,100 cases reported the week before.
According to the latest update by MOH and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), the average daily hospitalisations also saw an uptick, rising from 102 to 133 patients per day during the same period.
Despite the surge in overall infections and hospital admissions, the number of serious cases in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has declined, dropping from three to two daily cases on average.
Health authorities say the current wave is manageable, and hospitals are not under strain. They also clarified that the COVID-19 variants circulating locally mainly LF.7 and NB.1.8, both sublineages of the JN.1 variant do not appear to be more dangerous or more transmissible than previous strains.
MOH reminded the public that periodic waves of COVID-19 are expected throughout the year, similar to other endemic respiratory diseases. The recent rise in cases may be due to waning population immunity.
Vaccination continues to play a key role in preventing severe illness, especially for high-risk groups such as the elderly, medically vulnerable individuals, and residents of aged care facilities.
These individuals are encouraged to receive an additional vaccine dose around one year after their last shot.
The public is also advised to practise social responsibility, such as wearing masks minimising social interactions when sick, and maintaining good personal hygiene.
Shahriena Shukri is a journalist covering business and economic news in Malaysia, providing insights on market trends, corporate developments, and financial policies. More about Shahriena Shukri.
