‘Very difficult to breathe’: Singapore clinics see rise in haze-related symptoms

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Patients are presenting not only respiratory symptoms, but also issues such as itchy eyes and skin flare-ups. SINGAPORE: Clinics around Singapore are reporting a rise in haze-related cases, with some seeing patient numbers climb by up to 20 per cent over the past three months as hazy skies linger. Patients are presenting not only respiratory symptoms, but also issues such as itchy eyes and skin flare-ups. Doctors warn that prolonged outdoor exposure could worsen existing conditions,