Amid continued COVID-19 circulation, doctors emphasise the importance of updated vaccinations to reduce the risk of severe infection.
Doctors say it's important for Singaporeans to receive updated vaccinations to protect both themselves and the community against COVID-19 . Photos: Shutterstock
The results suggest an increase in the number of Singapore residents who do not intend to receive their updated COVID-19 vaccinations, rising from 35.2 per cent in 2023 to 40.7 per cent this year. While 49 per cent of respondents acknowledge the necessity of vaccines, suggesting widespread recognition of their importance, the remaining 51 per cent hold contrary views.
“Vaccine hesitancy, particularly among seniors, is a common challenge faced by healthcare professionals,” said Dr Rick Chan, a family physician at Phoenix Medical Group . “Many seniors have become complacent and are incorrectly starting to dismiss the risks of COVID-19 infections.” He added: “Today’s updated COVID-19 vaccines are specifically designed to address evolving mutations of the virus. Utilising mRNA technology, these vaccines instruct cells to produce a harmless piece of the virus’ spike protein, which triggers an immune response. This prepares the body to recognise and fight the virus if exposed.”
Apart from getting sufficient sleep, maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly, individuals should stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations for long-term health.
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