Two more Zika cases reported in Singapore, Kovan cluster grows to four


Zika is a virus transmitted by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, which can also carry dengue and chikungunya viruses. - AFP

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Another two Zika cases have been reported in Singapore, taking the total number of cases detected here in 2023 to five.

Giving the update in a Facebook post on Thursday (May 18) night, the National Environment Agency (NEA) said the cluster involving people who live or work in Kovan has grown to four.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Singapore , Zika , mosquitoes , virus

Next In Aseanplus News

Anwar slams criticism of Malaysia's humanitarian aid in Gaza
Aaron-Wooi Yik beat Indonesian rivals in dramatic opener in Hangzhou
Finland PM apologises to Asian countries over MPs' mocking posts
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Wednesday (Dec 17, 2025)
Thai PM Anutin urges Cambodia to negotiate if it acts rationally amidst escalating border tensions
Singaporean man fined for posting vape content on social media, possession of vapes
China says Philippines distorted facts about incident near disputed atoll
Man to be charged with driving under influence of etomidate in first such case in Singapore
Cambodia, Thailand agree to attend Asean Foreign Ministers meet in KL, says PM
Singaporean cop charged with causing grievous hurt to woman in accident while driving police vehicle

Others Also Read