I am one of you, so I know how you feel, says Lee Hsien Loong, in an appeal to seniors. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong appealed today to older Singaporeans to stay at home for their own safety during the "circuit breaker" period. It is a “serious matter” if they contract the disease and the "chances of dying are much higher", Mr Lee said in a video posted on his Facebook page, Channel News Asia reports. Lee said: "I want to make a special appeal to older Singaporeans. If we catch COVID-19, it is a serious matter.

Source: The Standard April 10, 2020 10:06 UTC