Eligible Singaporeans seeking treatment for haze-related illnesses will pay no more than S$10 at polyclinics and participating GP clinics from Monday, 12 October 2026.
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced the activation of the Haze Subsidy Scheme on 11 October, amid deteriorating air quality.
Who Qualifies And How Much They Pay
At polyclinics, the scheme covers all Singapore citizens.
For GP visits, patients must attend a participating Public Health Preparedness Clinic (PHPC). Eligible citizens include:
- Children aged 18 and below.
- Seniors aged 65 and above.
- CHAS Blue or Orange cardholders.
- Pioneer Generation or Merdeka Generation cardholders.
- Public Assistance recipients.
- Medical Fee Exemption Card holders.
The GP eligibility list specifically names CHAS Blue and Orange cards.
Payments for eligible haze-related treatment will be capped according to the patient’s group.
| Patient Group | Maximum Payment |
|---|---|
| Public Assistance cardholders | S$0 |
| Pioneer and Merdeka Generation seniors | S$5 |
| Other eligible Singaporeans | S$10 |
Which Conditions Are Covered?
The scheme covers specified haze-related illnesses, including asthma, bronchitis and upper respiratory tract infections, together with their complications.
Participating clinics display a PHPC decal or a Haze Subsidy Scheme poster, which patients can look for when choosing where to seek treatment.
MOH’s guidance on HealthHub advises patients who are unsure about claiming the subsidy to check with the participating clinic when booking or attending their appointment.
For clarification about the scheme, patients can also contact MOH at 6325 9220 during office hours.
Adjust Outdoor Activities To The Haze
MOH advises people to take their health and the air quality into account when planning outdoor activities.
When the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index, or PSI, is between 101 and 200, air quality falls within the unhealthy band. Healthy people should cut back on lengthy or physically demanding outdoor activity.
Children, older people and pregnant women should keep such exertion to a minimum. People with chronic heart or lung disease should avoid it.
Anyone feeling unwell should seek medical advice, particularly children, older people and those with existing heart or lung conditions.
