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Dec 7, 2009
Crowded trains could facilitate spread of H1N1
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I WAITED an unusually long time for the train last Tuesday morning at the south-bound platform of Braddell MRT station.
Not surprisingly, the subsequent train that arrived was packed. I managed to squeeze inside on the third attempt.
In the packed train, I could distinctly hear people coughing. I would like to highlight and emphasise to SMRT that packed trains promote close human contact and could facilitate the spread of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus.
Therefore, it is crucial that trains be on time to alleviate crowds. SMRT should make an effort to enhance the frequency of trains, especially during peak hours, to prevent the spread of H1N1.
Dr Perry Lim
Crowded trains could facilitate spread of H1N1
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I WAITED an unusually long time for the train last Tuesday morning at the south-bound platform of Braddell MRT station.
Not surprisingly, the subsequent train that arrived was packed. I managed to squeeze inside on the third attempt.
In the packed train, I could distinctly hear people coughing. I would like to highlight and emphasise to SMRT that packed trains promote close human contact and could facilitate the spread of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus.
Therefore, it is crucial that trains be on time to alleviate crowds. SMRT should make an effort to enhance the frequency of trains, especially during peak hours, to prevent the spread of H1N1.
Dr Perry Lim
