Covid-19 Health Tips For Pregnant Women, Babies And Kids
A 6-month-old baby is among the newly identified cases of Coronavirus in Singapore
The novel covonavirus is now an international emergency, and Singapore is one of the countries most affected.
Since the alarm was raised early this year, the coronavirus (Covid-19) has sickened thousands of people worldwide, the majority of whom are in Mainland China.
As of February 5, 2020 there are 30 confirmed cases in Singapore, according to figures released by the Ministry of Health.
The pneumonia-like disease has also claimed more than 500 lives in China, heightening fear and anxiety. Most of the victims were older adults and had pre-existing conditions.
But how worried should parents of babies and young tots, and pregnant mums be about Covid-19? What should mums-to-be and their families do to protect themselves?
Dr Ooi Pei Ling, a paediatrician at SBCC Baby and Child Clinic (Rivervale) shares more: