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There has been a third local dengue death in
Singapore. |
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The patient was a 66-year-old Singaporean
Chinese male residing at Bukit Merah, who developed fever on 15 June. He
was seen by a GP and given outpatient treatment, but was admitted into
Alexandra Hospital for treatment on 18 June after tests showed that he
had contracted dengue fever. |
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His condition deteriorated rapidly whilst in
hospital. Despite medical management, he passed away on 19 June. The
cause of death has been determined as dengue fever. |
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Public to remain vigilant |
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MOH advises the public to seek medical
attention immediately if they feel unwell and have a fever during this
period. |
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If they are diagnosed by the doctor to have
dengue, they should follow the doctor's advice and ensure that they have
adequate rest and drink enough water to prevent dehydration. |
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For suspect or confirmed dengue patients,
they should also protect themselves and their household members from
mosquito bites, for example, by using mosquito repellent, mosquito
coils, mosquito nets and by wearing protective clothing. |
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This will help protect their families from
contracting the disease and break the chain of transmission. |
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Source: www.moh.gov.sg
Press Release 27 Jun 2007 |
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