SINGAPORE — Residents of Block 639 Rowell Road in the Jalan Besar area will have to take a mandatory Covid-19 test after 12 infections were detected there.

The 12 cases were from two households, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Thursday (July 15), adding that it is investigating "likely Covid-19 transmission" at the block.

Epidemiological investigations are ongoing to determine links and the source of transmission. 

The testing will be conducted at the pavilion at 636 Veerasamy Road on July 16 between 9am and 4pm. It is optional for those who tested negative for Covid-19 from July 11 onwards.

There will also be voluntary testing for visitors and people who interacted with residents of Block 639 Rowell Road between June 30 and July 14 in the Housing and Development Board (HDB) estate. This is to detect possible asymptomatic cases in the community, MOH said. 

Testing for visitors will be done by appointment only at designated regional screening centres from July 16 to 17 between 9am and 4pm.

"In the event that a positive Covid-19 case is detected, MOH will isolate the case, identify all close contacts, test and quarantine them to protect the community from further transmission," the ministry added.

Residents are advised to monitor their health closely and consult a doctor immediately if they feel unwell.

MOH also advised those waiting for their test results to minimise social interactions as much as possible. They should continue to monitor their health and seek immediate medical attention if they feel unwell. CNA

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