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\n\nCommunity clubs in Singapore will distribute N95 masks to eligible Singaporeans following the worsening haze situation.
\n\nThe National Environment Agency (NEA) said the government has commenced the phased distribution of N95 masks to vulnerable Singaporeans through the People's Association's (PA) Community Clubs.
\n\nIn addition, haze mask vending machines will also be available at selected public transport hubs, Social Services Offices and PA venues.
\n\nN95 masks will be made available progressively at the designated collection points and may not be immediately available at all locations, NEA added.
\n\nThe vending machines are being progressively deployed across the island from the evening of Oct. 14, and stocks at all collection points will be replenished progressively and regularly, the agency said.
\n\nThose eligible include Pioneer and Merdeka Generation seniors, CHAS Orange and Blue cardholders, Medical Fee Exemption Card holders and ComCare Assistance recipients.
\n\nPregnant women, children aged seven to 16, and people with medical conditions such as asthma may also collect masks at People's Association (PA) venues by presenting their NRICs.
\n\nFamily members or friends can also collect the masks on their behalf using the eligible person’s NRIC.
\n\nResidents can find their nearest collection point at…
Original source: https://mothership.sg/
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