Singapore likely to see 'significant' Omicron wave, measures in place to cut risks

It is very likely that the Omicron peak will exceed the previous peak from the Delta variant, says Finance Minister and co-chair of the multi-ministry task force Lawrence Wong. - The Straits Times/ANN

SINGAPORE, Jan 21 (The Straits Times/ANN): Singapore is likely to soon see a "significant wave" of Covid-19 cases as the more infectious Omicron variant spreads through the community, which could strain its healthcare capacity.

To protect seniors and healthcare workers, the authorities will suspend in-person visits to all hospital wards and residential care homes for a period of four weeks, from Jan 24 to Feb 20.