Only fully vaccinated employees can return to workplaces from Jan 1; others must test negative

ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS

Fully vaccinated seniors can look ahead to collaborating in “safe and healthy activities” that may assist them preserve their bodily and psychological wellness, MOH stated on Saturday.

“Over the past months, the options for seniors to be socially engaged in wellness activities have been limited, as a result of safe management measures which had to be imposed to curb transmission of COVID-19,” stated the ministry.

“Keeping active is important for our seniors to maintain good physical and mental health. Hence, the People’s Association will organise activities for fully vaccinated seniors according to prevailing safe management measures.”

Mr Gan stated that actions could embrace bodily workout routines like qigong, outings and studying journeys.

Editor's word: This article has been up to date to take away a reference to testing necessities for pregnant girls and people who find themselves medically ineligible for vaccinations, following a correction from the Health Ministry.

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