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87 new Covid-19 infections in Singapore, including 13 imported cases and 1 in community

Office workers wearing face masks take their lunch break at the central business district amid the Covid-19 outbreak in Singapore June 2, 2020. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

The total number of cases in Singapore now stands at 56,353. — Reuters pic

Sunday, 23 Aug 2020 5:15 PM MYT

SINGAPORE, Aug 23 — Singapore confirmed 87 new cases of Covid-19 infection today, including 13 that are imported and one in the community.

The 13 imported cases had all been placed on stay-home notice upon arrival in Singapore, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said.

The sole community case is a work pass holder.

The total number of cases in Singapore now stands at 56,353. — TODAY

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