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Vaccinations 101: Should You Get Vaccinated?

Have you taken your vaccine? In recent years, the term “vaccine” has become more familiar to our ears. With the importance of vaccination being emphasised, many have taken the initiative to take their vaccines. However, what exactly do vaccines do? And why are they so important? Our body’s immune system To understand the importance of vaccines, one must first learn about the body’s defense against infection. As germs invade our body, they attack and multiply. This process is known as an infection, which will lead to the development of diseases. In these scenarios, our immune system will deploy white blood...

A day in the life of a swabber

COVID-19 testing has been made more accessible to everyone to help Singapore move towards a safer society. Meet Boada Carlo Pocholo Corralef, a swabber by day and a dancer by night. Carlo has been dancing hip hop and house dance for five years outside working hours but on top of that, he is also one of the many front liners that conducts these COVID-19 swab tests to help ensure we are safe. Passionate not just about dancing but also about contributing to Singapore’s healthcare, Carlo has been committed to swabbing staff, patients and the general public on a regular basis...