Scheme providing subsidies for haze-related conditions to start Oct 12: Ong Ye Kung

The Singapore government has announced the launch of the Haze Subsidy Scheme (HSS) and the Public Health Preparedness Clinic (PHPC) Scheme from October 12, aimed at providing subsidised care for haze-related conditions. The HSS, introduced in 2013 and previously activated during the 2015 haze crisis, will offer medical conditions such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, bronchitis, conjunctivitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, upper respiratory tract infections, and related complications fully subsidised care.

The PHPC Scheme, intended to coordinate primary care responses and provide subsidised care during health alerts and emergencies, will further support eligible individuals aged 18 and below, aged 65 and above, and those holding Community Health Assist Scheme or Medical Fee Exemption Cards. The scheme aims to alleviate the burden of medical costs for those affected by the deteriorating air quality due to transboundary haze.

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