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Casino employee confirmed with COVID-19 in Singapore; travelers visiting the site during February 4-9 and displaying symptoms urged to call 1922 for medical attention as instructed

  • Data Source:Centers for Disease Control, Ministry of Health and Welfare
  • Created:2020-02-13
  • Last Updated:2020-02-13

On February 13, 2020, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) pointed out that the confirmed case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Singapore announced on February 11 is an employee at the casino in Resorts World Sentosa Casino. The employee developed symptoms on February 5 and was hospitalized in isolation on February 9. Travelers who visited the casino during the communicable period (February 4-9) are advised to call 1922, put on a face mask and seek immediate medical attention as instructed if suspected symptoms develop within 2 weeks. Moreover, such travelers should inform the physician of any relevant travel history when seeking medical attention.