What are Pandemic Preparedness Clinics (PPCs), and how are they selected?
PPCs are primary health-care providers that form a vital part of MOH’s Flu Pandemic Response Framework. PPCs are supported with personal protection equipment and Tamiflu from the national stockpile to help manage the flu outbreak in the community. All polyclinics are also part of the PPC framework. Being located islandwide, PPCs will help ensure easy access to medical assessment and prompt treatment for people with flu-like illnesses. PPC staff have undergone the necessary training to enable them to manage both flu patients and those with other health conditions safely. They can be recognised by the ‘H1N1 ready’ symbol. Where can I get a listing of PPCs? The PPC listing will be updated regularly and can be obtained from MOH and Health Promotion Board (HPB) websites. You can also SMS CLINIC to 70550 (Toll-free for M1 and StarHub only). What are PPCs’ operational hours? PPC will operate during their usual consultation hours. You may wish to call the clinic to check on their operating hou
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