Permission to accompany pregnant women in labour room subject to certain conditions - MOH

However, MOH through a posting on its official Facebook page said the permission is subject to certain conditions and strict compliance with the stipulated standard operating procedures (SOP).

According to MOH, the policy and guidelines are dynamic depending on the current COVID-19 situation and their implementation in hospitals are subject to certain situations, capacities or constraints to ensure the aspects of patient care as well as safety of patients and health workers are given priority.

"The MOH is very concerned and meticulous in the implementation of this policy to ensure pregnant women and newborns are taken care of because they are the high-risk group for COVID-19," it said.

In this regard, the ministry advised the public to check with the nearest hospitals about the policy.

In addition, they also need to undergo the COVID-19 screening test within 72 hours and bring along the test result to the hospital, or purchase the self-test kit and take the test at the screening area provided at the hospital.