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Ministry of Health (MOH) – Singapore Government Health Authority
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is the government ministry responsible for overseeing Singapore’s health care system and ensuring the well-being of its population. MOH develops national health policies, regulates health services and facilities, and works to provide accessible, high-quality health care for all residents. It plays a central role in public health planning, disease prevention, healthcare financing, and standards of medical practice across the nation.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Health Policy & Planning
Formulates national health policies, long-term healthcare strategies, and frameworks to address emerging health challenges and improve population health outcomes.
Healthcare Regulation & Licensing
Sets and enforces standards for healthcare institutions, professionals, and medical practices to ensure safe, ethical, and quality care.
Public Health & Disease Control
Leads national efforts in disease prevention, immunisation programmes, health promotion campaigns, and responses to public health crises.
Healthcare Financing & Insurance
Oversees healthcare financing schemes, subsidy frameworks, and national insurance programmes to make healthcare affordable and sustainable.
Workforce Development
Plans and supports the training, development, and distribution of healthcare professionals across Singapore’s health system.
Health Information & Research
Supports health data analytics, research initiatives, and evidence-based policymaking to enhance clinical services and public health programmes.
Seeking a doctor
Know when to see doctors at GP clinic to reduce the strain on emergency services.
GP Clinics
There are many conditions that your GP can treat. Find out when you should see a GP or go to the Emergency Department for these conditions.
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Abdominal pain or Indigestion
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Bruises
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Cold and Flu
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Cuts & Open Wounds
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Diarrhoea & Vomiting
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Fever
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Headaches
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High blood pressure
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Hives
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Insect Bites & Stings
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Mild Burns & Scalds
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Nosebleeds
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Skin Infection
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Sore Eyes
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Strains & Sprains
There are about 1,800 GP clinics in Singapore, which handle about 80% of all primary care needs. Some of these clinics are solo practices, while others are part of bigger medical groups.
In recent years, MOH has been working closely with GPs to ensure that Singaporeans have access to affordable and quality healthcare in the community.
GPFirst
The GPFirst programme encourages people with mild to moderate health problems to visit their General Practitioners (GPs) first, rather than going directly to the Emergency Department (ED).
Going to the GP first allows you to receive timely medical treatment for your health problem, and enables EDs to focus on more urgent cases requiring medical attention.
How GPFirst works
You can contact your GP when you feel unwell:
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Visit a participating GPFirst Clinic, search for a participating clinic near you.
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If our GP partner refers you to the emergency department (ED) via the GPFirst Programme upon assessing your condition, you will receive a $50 subsidy on the prevailing ED attendance fee of the hospital that you are referred to.
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Based on the assessment by your GP, you will be referred to an acute hospital or Urgent Care Centre in your region.
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You will also be prioritised over non-emergency cases at the ED.
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The programme's terms and conditions are subject to change without prior notice.
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