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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD): Latest Updates Singapore and International

HFMD is endemic in Singapore and outbreaks happen all year round.

Late​st updates on the hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) situation

HFMD is endemic in Singapore. Local and inter​national authorities are monitoring the clusters of HFMD outbreaks and updating their recommendations on a regular basis.

Ministry of Health (MOH) - Latest updates on HFMD outbreaks

MOH Singapore is monitoring the transmission of HFMD in kindergartens and childcare centres. They will continuously provide timely health advisories and recommendations for parents to help prevent potential widespread spreading of HFMD infection.

World Health Organization (WHO) – Latest updates on HFMD

WHO provides regular updates on the HFMD situation, taking a global view to direct and coordinate a global response against the spread of the highly infectious HFMD.

Ref: P16​

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