Singapore Tuesday confirmed another 72 new cases of Influenza A (H1N1), also known as swine flu, bringing the total tally to 701, according to the health ministry.
In its latest update, the ministry said so far, most of the cases were mild.
To date, 281 patients have fully recovered and the rest are recuperating.
The ministry has advised Singaporeans to carry on with their usual activities while observing good personal hygiene at all times, and if unwell, they should see a doctor, stay away from work, school or crowded places, and rest at home.
Investigations are ongoing for the 72 new cases, it said, adding that of the 64 cases investigated yesterday, 42 were local cases and 22, imported.
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