SINGAPORE - The regional health clusters, such as the National Healthcare Group and SingHealth, will phase out their deployment at the dormitories with a new division under the Ministry of Manpower to take over.To be fully operational by Oct 1, the new Assurance, Care and Engagement Group will implement a network of 12 on-site medical centres and sectoral medical centres to continue to provide access to medical services.
This includes taking over the deployment of Forward Assurance and Support Teams at all purpose-built dormitories, factory converted dormitories, construction temporary quarters and private residential premises. Besides medical care, the MOM said the group will also"enhance engagement with workers and other stakeholders to foster stronger partnerships with Singaporeans, workers' groups, employers and dormitory operators".