The dreaded Zika virus has finally made its way to Singapore.
A 48-year-old male who is a Permanent Resident of Singapore is the first reported Zika patient in the country, according to a joint announcement from the Ministry of Health and the National Environmental Agency.
The patient traveled to Sao Paulo, Brazil from March 27 to May 7, fell ill with a rash and fever on May 10, and was admitted to Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital on May 12. He has been isolated.
The MOH said it is now screening the family members of the patient, who lived in Watten Estate. The area is not an active cluster, but the MOH advises residents of Watten Estate, Hillcrest Arcadia, The Arcadia and Watten Hill Condominium to monitor their health.