Covid cases rise in Singapore, Hong Kong as new wave spreads in Asia. Should you be worried?

Covid cases rise in Singapore, Hong Kong as new wave spreads in Asia. Should you be worried?

Covid cases are rising again in parts of Southeast Asia, with Hong Kong and Singapore reporting a sudden spike. China and Thailand are also seeing an increase in infections. In Singapore, the first update in nearly a year reported a 28 per cent jump, with 14,200 cases recorded in the week ending May 3. The surge is reportedly part of a fresh wave spreading across several regions in Asia. Notably, high-risk groups have been advised to take extra precautions

This seems to be part of a fresh wave spreading through several regions in Asia. Reuters/File Photo