Vaccination

Frequently Asked Questions

• What vaccines should those aged 65 years and above get?

  Those aged 65 years and above are recommended to get the influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations. Influenza vaccine is recommended annually or per season. Pneumococcal vaccines (PCV13 and PPSV23) are recommended one dose of each vaccine with a one-year interval between PCV13 and PPSV23.

• What vaccines are available at A Healing Heart Medical Clinic?

  We have vaccines for influenza, pneumococcal, and hepatitis B. We also have Gardasil9, Twinrix, Shingrix vaccines and other vaccines upon request. Not all vaccines are suitable for children. Some vaccines may require pre-payment. Do check with our friendly staff.

• What vaccines are subsidised by the government?

  Only eligible Singaporean adults and children are subsidised for influenza, pneumococcal and hepatitis B vaccines. Singaporean adults may need to have pre-existing conditions to qualify for subsidies. Subsidies under NCIS and NAIS are based on age, gender, medical conditions, and vaccination history.

• Do vaccines have side effects?

  Vaccines for use in Singapore are registered with the Health Sciences Authority (HSA). All vaccines can have side effects. The effects range from low-grade fever or pain, and redness at the injection spot but most mild side effects resolve on their own. Severe side effects are very rare.

• Can I access vaccination records of my child and my own?

  Singaporeans can access their vaccination records via HealthHub using their Singpass. Those who are born before 1996 can only view records under the NAIS given on or after 1st Nov 2017. Please visit https://go.gov.sg/webpage-healthhub-records

Gardasil 9

• What is Gardasil 9?

  Gardasil 9 helps protect individuals ages 9 to 45 against diseases caused by 9 high risk strains of HPV 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58:
  
  - Anal cancer, certain head, and neck cancers, such as throat and back of mouth cancers and genital warts in both males and females
  
  - Cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers in females

• How many doses of Gardasil 9?

  For persons 9 through 14 years old, they are given a 2-dose or 3-dose schedule. For persons 15 through 45 years old, they are given a 3-dose schedule
  For adults 3 dose schedule: Over a span of 6 months -1st dose will be taken as 0-month, 2nd dose to be given two months after 1st dose and 3rd dose to be given 4 months after 2nd dose.

• How long does Gardasil 9 immunity last?

  Protection against infections with the targeted HPV types has been found to last for at least 6 years with Gardasil 9. This reported duration may increase in future as more data arise from future studies.

Twinrix

• What is Twinrix?

  Twinrix is a combination of both Hepatitis A and B vaccines in each injection. Twinrix vaccine help adults prevent hepatitis A and B diseases.

• How many doses of Twinrix?

  You need 3 doses of Twinrix over a span of 6 months - 1st dose will be taken as 0 month, 2nd dose to be given one month after 1st dose and 3rd dose to be given 4 months after 2nd dose.

• How long are Twinrix shots good for?

  When you complete the Twinrix vaccines, your protection will likely last for at least 15 years for Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.

Shingrix

• What is Shingrix?

  Shingrix is a second-generation vaccine to prevent shingles (herpes zoster) in adults 50 years and older. Usually, shingles are very painful and can occur in places such as around eyes, ears or mouth which may even affect our eyesight or hearing. Shingrix can help to reduce risk of shingles by up to 90% which is superior to 1st generation of herpes zoster vaccines.

  It is not used to prevent chickenpox. Shingrix is for individuals who had chickenpox because Shingles can occur in patients who have had chickenpox in their younger years.

  It is highly recommended for individuals aged 60 and above, and individuals 18 years and above with immunocompromising conditions.

• How many doses of Shingrix?

  You need two doses of Shingrix. It is given 2 to 6 months apart (or 1 to 2 months apart for immunocompromised individuals).

• How many years does Shingrix last?

  Research shows that a two-dose Shingrix maintains strong efficacy (≥ 85%) against shingles for at least 10 years based on current studies. No booster doses are currently recommended beyond the initial two-dose series.

• Is shingrix subsidised?

  This vaccination is eligible for CHAS subsidies and Medisave deduction. Individuals aged 18 and above with immunocompromising conditions, and all individuals aged 60 and above.

  CHAS subsidies are for Singaporeans and have started from 1 September 2025.

  Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) will be able to use their Medisave to offset the cost of vaccination starting from mid-2026.

Prevenar 20

• What is Prevenar 20?

  Prevenar 20 is a pneumococcal vaccine given to adults (aged 18 years and above) to prevent disease like pneumonia (lung infection), sepsis or bacteraemia (bacteria in the blood stream) and meningitis (inflammation around the brain) caused by 20 types of the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae.

  It is highly recommended for individuals aged 65 and above.

• How many doses of Prevenar 20?

  You only need one dose for Prevenar 20.

• Is Prevenar 20 subsidised?

  It is eligible for CHAS subsidies and Medisave deduction for eligible inviduals who are aged 18 and above with high-risk conditions (e.g. chronic heart/lung/liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, immunocompromised, asplenia, cochlear implants, CSF leaks, etc.), and all individuals aged 65 and above.

  For HealthierSG individuals, they should approach the clinic they have enrolled in for this vaccination.

  CHAS subsidies are for Singaporeans. The subsidies will start from September 2025.

  Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) can use their Medisave to offset the payment from mid-2026.