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Singapore to add HPV9 vaccine to national schedules in 2027

HPV9 will join Singapore’s childhood and adult immunisation schedules for eligible females from 1 January 2027. The ministry says covered HPV types are associated with about 90% of cervical cancers.

Ministry of Health, Singapore2 min read
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Singapore’s 2025 health survey reports higher screening and activity rates

MOH’s 2025 population health survey put chronic-disease screening participation at 71.5% and sufficient physical activity at 87.3%. Its psychological-distress indicator was 15.9%.

Ministry of Health, Singapore — National Population Health Survey 20252 min read
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