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Happy Hypoxia Syndrome: Singapore provides free pulse oximeters to families

Singapore recently announced the pulse oximeter device. (Photo / Retrieved from European Pressphoto Agency EPA)
Singapore recently announced the pulse oximeter device. (Photo / Retrieved from European Pressphoto Agency EPA)
Taiwan Immigrants' Global News Network】Edited by Angela Rodriguez

Many people are asymptomatic even after being infected by the various COVID-19 variants. Their blood oxygen saturation drops and they will eventually have the "happy hypoxia syndrome".

Even after seeking medical attention, many people are unable to recover. Therefore sales in "pulse oximeters" have been increasing. This device was previously reported about having fakes in Singapore, but several foundations are offering to give them for free.

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	Singapore's Temasek Foundation provides free "pulse oximeters" to many families. (Photo / Retrieved from Unplash Gallery)Singapore's Temasek Foundation provides free "pulse oximeters" to many families. (Photo / Retrieved from Unplash Gallery) 

The Temasek Foundation of Singapore stated that ever since the COVID-19 outbreak, they have been providing free anti-epidemic gears to the public such as masks and hand sanitizers. However, because of the latest variants, the foundation decided to give away free oximeters to families as well. If blood levels are dangerously low, the public must seek medical attention immediately.

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When blood oxygen saturation is between 90% to 94%, please seek medical attention immediately. (Photo / Retrieved from Unplash Gallery)When blood oxygen saturation is between 90% to 94%, please seek medical attention immediately. (Photo / Retrieved from Unplash Gallery) 

A healthy persona's blood oxygen saturation ranges between 95% and 100%; if it is between 90% to 94%, it is considered to be low and supplementary oxygen may be necessary.

Remember to be aware of emergency hotlines to the respective medical centers.

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