Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) is gearing up for the next wave of Covid-19 with a 700-bed hospital expansion.
The expansion will see the addition of two new blocks, a 12-storey tower and a six-storey annex, which will house general wards, intensive care units (ICUs), and isolation rooms.
The new blocks will be completed in phases, with the first phase expected to be ready by the end of 2023.
The expansion is part of TTSH’s overall plan to increase its capacity to handle a surge in Covid-19 cases.
The hospital is also ramping up its manpower, with plans to hire 1,000 new staff members by the end of the year.
“We are preparing for the worst-case scenario,” said TTSH CEO Dr Jeremy Lim. “We want to make sure that we have the capacity to handle a large influx of patients, even if the situation worsens.”
The expansion of TTSH is just one of a number of measures that the Singapore government is taking to prepare for the next wave of Covid-19.
The government has also announced plans to build a new 1,000-bed hospital in Jurong, which is expected to be completed by 2025.
In addition, the government is also working to increase the number of ICU beds in the country.
The goal is to have at least 1,000 ICU beds by the end of the year.
The government’s efforts to prepare for the next wave of Covid-19 are a sign that the country is taking the threat seriously.
The government is committed to doing everything it can to protect the health of its citizens.
Key figures
- TTSH is expanding by 700 beds
- The expansion will be completed in phases, with the first phase expected to be ready by the end of 2023
- TTSH is also ramping up its manpower, with plans to hire 1,000 new staff members by the end of the year
- The Singapore government is also building a new 1,000-bed hospital in Jurong, which is expected to be completed by 2025
- The government is also working to increase the number of ICU beds in the country, with the goal of having at least 1,000 ICU beds by the end of the year
FAQs
1. What is the purpose of the TTSH expansion?
The TTSH expansion is part of the hospital’s overall plan to increase its capacity to handle a surge in Covid-19 cases.
2. When will the TTSH expansion be completed?
The TTSH expansion will be completed in phases, with the first phase expected to be ready by the end of 2023.
3. How many new beds will the TTSH expansion add?
The TTSH expansion will add 700 new beds.
4. Is the TTSH expansion the only measure that the Singapore government is taking to prepare for the next wave of Covid-19?
No, the TTSH expansion is just one of a number of measures that the Singapore government is taking to prepare for the next wave of Covid-19. The government is also building a new 1,000-bed hospital in Jurong, and is working to increase the number of ICU beds in the country.
5. What is the government’s goal for the number of ICU beds in the country?
The government’s goal is to have at least 1,000 ICU beds in the country by the end of the year.
6. What is the Singapore government’s commitment to protecting the health of its citizens?
The Singapore government is committed to doing everything it can to protect the health of its citizens.
7. How can I get more information about the TTSH expansion?
You can visit the TTSH website for more information about the expansion.
8. How can I get involved in the fight against Covid-19?
There are a number of ways that you can get involved in the fight against Covid-19. You can:
- Get vaccinated
- Wear a mask
- Wash your hands frequently
- Stay home if you are sick
- Get tested if you have symptoms of Covid-19
You can also donate to organizations that are working to fight Covid-19.
