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Health & Safety Guides

Plain-language explanations of the government warnings and indices Sentinel tracks — what they mean, what to actually do, and where the numbers come from. Every guide links to its primary government source.

What is PSI, and what should I actually do at each level?

NEA's Pollutant Standards Index explained — the official Good/Moderate/Unhealthy bands and practical guidance for each.

Dengue prevention: a practical home checklist

How dengue clusters form, what NEA's case-count thresholds mean, and the concrete steps that actually reduce your risk.

Zika in Singapore: how it differs from dengue

Why Zika clusters are rare, how it differs from dengue, and who should take extra precaution.

What is WBGT heat stress?

NEA/MSE's official heat stress advisory bands, and why WBGT is a better outdoor-safety measure than plain temperature.

UV index in Singapore explained

How Singapore's UV index is measured and why it's consistently higher than in many other regions.

Flash flood safety: what actually helps

How PUB alerts the public, and practical safety steps for pedestrians and drivers.