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[MrsKiasu]

sky minecrafter\" post_id=\"2122368\" time=\"1699524725\" user_id=\"130531:[quote=\"sky minecrafter\" post_id=2122368 time=1699524725 user_id=130531]
Yup, Polyclinics are an option. There is a Search/ Filters function to generate a list of clinics. Some are already showing \"Full Capacity\"[/quote]

Oh good to hear...maybe it is first come first served arh? I hope can get it when it is our turn to register..

I managed to go in the health sg but is Pending sms invite.

[Estéema]

Funz\" post_id=\"2122359\" time=\"1699519101\" user_id=\"6230:

I've never been to a polyclinic. I will find a clinic nearest to home and that will be the family doctor. Don't fancy having to travel to see a doctor when unwell.

In any case, we tend to self medicate or for me most of the time, just ride out the discomfort and let the virus run its course.

For now since both DH and I are still earning and medical is covered by our companies, it is unlikely that we will go to the polyclinic. Maybe when we retire and older and have chronic ailments that needs to be managed, we might downgrade our medical insurance and go the polyclinic and govt hospital route.

Just to share 2 things :-

1. There are risks with self-medication. A frd’s son had diahorea & then often had gastric. The parents had charcoal tablets & got him to drink warm SOTA bean whenever he’s got gastric. Down the road, with delayed professional help & self medication, he was bro’t to doc after he fainted in sch. He was subsequently diagnosed with a rare intestinal problem (I forgot the term). It was a good thing they had private insurance for full max cover coz the treatment & medication for this rare treatment are extremely costly.

2. When we’re old, we might hv more medical conditions that start surfacing thro’ poor diet or lifestyle (e.g. high fat diet, high sugar diet, lack of exercises, etc) and higher cover, if one can afford to continue such insurance cover squires early when healthy, o’wise it’s almost impossible to buy any health insurance after diagnosis. Our typical HealthShield ain’t gonna be sufficient or requires co-pymt & deductibles which most retirees will find hard to afford, unless govt covers with high subsidies down the line to Merdeka & Young Senior, in coming years, like those accorded to our Pioneer generations.

I’m beginning to find wisdom in allowing myself to go peacefully (or with some pain when health decline) and not burden anyone with hefty medical costs such as cancer & the like. I believe in living meaningfully & to the fullest to serve others whilst I can & go w/o struggles knowing that there’s life eternal w/o pain or tears.

I’m grateful to be born in a country that accorded me safety & peace during my lifetime & reasonably good life in SG. No more complains.

[Estéema]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"2122367\" time=\"1699524663\" user_id=\"43981:

I thought I read someone mentioned the CHAS can be found in our Singpass..is that true? Where to find it? I just clicked to check around and noticed that under Covid vaccination my status is Vaccinated (3doses intotal) but for dds..Additional Dosage needed-expired dated..' I wonder if it is because they haven't go for 3rd dose? And if after 3rd dose, it will be (always) appear as Vaccinated?

Access via yr Singpass app, then HealthHub.

[MrsKiasu]

Estéema\" post_id=\"2122379\" time=\"1699536942\" user_id=\"66413:

Access via yr Singpass app, then HealthHub.

Do you still remember if we need to upload or do anything after receiving the CHAS card?

[sharonkhoo]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"2122367\" time=\"1699524663\" user_id=\"43981:

I thought I read someone mentioned the CHAS can be found in our Singpass..is that true? Where to find it? I just clicked to check around and noticed that under Covid vaccination my status is Vaccinated (3doses intotal) but for dds..Additional Dosage needed-expired dated..' I wonder if it is because they haven't go for 3rd dose? And if after 3rd dose, it will be (always) appear as Vaccinated?

You can go to HealthHub app directly - CHAS is under \"quick links\".

I'm not 100% sure, but I think \"Vaccinated\" requires 3 doses. If your daughters haven't have 3 yet, that probably explains why they are supposed to get another before getting \"Vaccinated\" status. Currently, there is also another status (\"up to date\") - when the most recent jab is within the past year. But not sure if HealthHub will update their terminology to reflect this.

[sharonkhoo]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"2122380\" time=\"1699572075\" user_id=\"43981:

Do you still remember if we need to upload or do anything after receiving the CHAS card?

As far as I recall, no.

[sharonkhoo]

sky minecrafter\" post_id=\"2122368\" time=\"1699524725\" user_id=\"130531:[quote=\"sky minecrafter\" post_id=2122368 time=1699524725 user_id=130531]
Yup, Polyclinics are an option. There is a Search/ Filters function to generate a list of clinics. Some are already showing \"Full Capacity\"[/quote]

My polyclinic doesn't show on my list, although its only a few hundred metres away. Other clinics are listed even when they show \"full capacity\". Anyway, asking around other oldies - it seems that they registered with their polyclinics because they were there for some checkup, and were registered on the spot, even before getting the SMS invite. Others walked in to the registration desk (after receiving their SMS invite) and registered in person.

Anyway, my husband and I have decided to select one of the private clinics nearby. The GP there has a qualification in geriatrics(!) - very suitable for us! He's the same age as us, though.

[sharonkhoo]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"2122369\" time=\"1699524825\" user_id=\"43981:

Oh good to hear...maybe it is first come first served arh? I hope can get it when it is our turn to register..

I managed to go in the health sg but is Pending sms invite.

They plan to cover the 40-59 age group by year end. I guess they will prioritise the older and those with chronic conditions. My husband and I (59) just got our invites a couple of days ago.

[MrsKiasu]

Thanks…


Somehow couldn’t find the CHAS info on Healthhub but I guess should be ok as it should be an integrated system I hope.

As of now I still hope for a polyclinic…shall wait for the sms.

[Funz]

MrsKiasu\" post_id=\"2122367\" time=\"1699524663\" user_id=\"43981:

I thought I read someone mentioned the CHAS can be found in our Singpass..is that true? Where to find it? I just clicked to check around and noticed that under Covid vaccination my status is Vaccinated (3doses intotal) but for dds..Additional Dosage needed-expired dated..' I wonder if it is because they haven't go for 3rd dose? And if after 3rd dose, it will be (always) appear as Vaccinated?

I can see mine on the 1st page when I click on my singpass app. It is under my cards where you can see your NRIC and license.