Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH), Ministry of Transport and Immigration and Checkpoints Authority have put into place precautionary measures to enhance surveillance capabilities against mpox at the border.
From August 23, 2024, there will be temperature and visual screening at Changi and Seletar airports for inbound travellers and crew arriving on flights from places which may be exposed to the risk of mpox outbreaks. Similar screening measures will also be implemented at sea checkpoints for crew and passengers arriving on ships from mpox affected areas.
- Health advisories have been put in place at air checkpoints, so that travellers will take the necessary personal precautions to avoid being infected.
- Travellers are strongly advised to adhere to the advisory, especially if they are travelling to and from affected countries. Travellers who have fever, rash and/or symptoms compatible with mpox will be referred for medical assessment.
All travellers are required to report mpox-related symptoms (e.g. fever or rash) and travel history through the SG Arrival Card. Medical practitioners are to notify MOH of all suspect mpox cases. Suspect cases will be isolated in hospital, so that they can be further assessed and tested for mpox.
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