Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Each household in S'pore to get one oximeter to monitor blood oxygen levels amid Covid-19 pandemic

Source Website: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/temasek-foundation-to-provide-every-household-in-spore-with-one-oximeter
By Wong Shiying, The Straits Times, 24 June 2021 at 11:36 am SGT


The oximeter, which measures blood oxygen levels, can be used by placing it around a finger tip and pressing a button to activate the device.
PHOTO: The oximeter, which measures blood oxygen levels, can be used by placing it around a finger tip and pressing a button to activate the device.
PHOTO: TEMASEK FOUNDATION
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SINGAPORE - Temasek Foundation will be giving one oximeter to every household in Singapore so that residents can monitor their blood oxygen levels regularly.

The device checks the oxygen level in the blood and can help detect early signs of a deterioration in health.

This initiative comes as new and more infectious Covid-19 variants emerge. "The Covid-19 virus can cause blood oxygen levels to drop to dangerously low levels, even when you have no other symptoms," the foundation said in a statement on Thursday (June 24).


This initiative comes as new and more infectious Covid-19 variants emerge.
PHOTO: This initiative comes as new and more infectious Covid-19 variants emerge. "The Covid-19 virus can cause blood oxygen levels to drop to dangerously low levels, even when you have no other symptoms," the foundation said in a statement on Thursday (June 24).
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"'Silent pneumonia' is one of the most serious consequences of Covid-19, where seriously ill people can feel generally well, despite damaged lungs," it said.

Families can collect the devices from July 5 to Aug 5 at more than 300 FairPrice, Sheng Siong, Giant, Cold Storage, Watsons, Unity and Guardian outlets.


Families can collect the devices from July 5 to Aug 5 at more than 300 FairPrice, Sheng Siong, Giant, Cold Storage, Watsons, Unity and Guardian outlets.
PHOTO: Families can collect the devices from July 5 to Aug 5 at more than 300 FairPrice, Sheng Siong, Giant, Cold Storage, Watsons, Unity and Guardian outlets.
Screenshot from stayprepared.sg
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They have to present a leaflet at the venue, which will be distributed via letter boxes between June 28 and July 3.


They have to present a leaflet at the venue, which will be distributed via letter boxes between June 28 and July 3.
PHOTO: They have to present a leaflet at the venue, which will be distributed via letter boxes between June 28 and July 3. Ensure Redemption tab is intact.
Bring your Stay Prepared leaflet with the redemption tab intact. Staff will tear off and keep the redemption tab as proof of redemption.
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Posted by Temasek Foundation on 24 June 2021
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Blood oxygen levels between 95 and 100 per cent are considered healthy, while a level between 90 and 94 per cent is deemed low.

Between 95 and 100 percent
PHOTO: Between 95 and 100 percent
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Between 90 and 94 percent
 
Those with low blood oxygen levels may need supplemental oxygen and are advised to consult a doctor, the foundation said.

Blood oxygen levels below 90 per cent are "dangerously low" and urgent treatment at the Accident and Emergency department is needed.


Below 90 percent
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The foundation stressed that blood oxygen readings cannot replace a Covid-19 test as low blood oxygen is not a definite indicator of testing positive for the virus. Low blood oxygen levels can be caused by other underlying conditions or complications.

Oximeter readings may also be inaccurate due to trembling hands or the use of nail varnish.

The oximeter can be used by placing it around a finger tip and pressing a button to activate the device. A few seconds are needed for the blood oxygen level reading to stabilise.

Two numbers will be displayed - the blood oxygen level and pulse rate.

Families can check their nearest collection points and operation hours on this website.

Collection can be made on behalf of other households, friends or neighbours by showing their household leaflets.



Posted by Temasek Foundation on Thursday, 24 June 2021
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In May last year, Temasek Foundation gave out 8,000 oximeters to foreign workers in dormitories as part of precautionary measures to identify new cases of Covid-19 infection.

Workers have to measure their blood oxygen levels and record their oximeter readings twice a day. If an abnormal reading is obtained, the worker is advised to take another measurement after 30 minutes.

If the reading is still abnormal, he will receive an alert advising him to seek medical help.


How to use an oximeter and what the readings mean
By Wong Shiying, The Straits Times, 24 June 2021 at 11:36 am SGT
 


Reference
[1] Wong Shiying, The Straits Times, Each household in S'pore to get one oximeter to monitor blood oxygen levels amid Covid-19 pandemic, posted on 24 June 2021 at 11:36 am SGT, https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/temasek-foundation-to-provide-every-household-in-spore-with-one-oximeter


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