Singapore in Battle Mode Against Zika After Infections Rise

Singapore is encouraging residents to use insect repellent, clear blockages in drains and wear long-sleeved clothing to protect themselves from mosquitoes after the number of Zika infections rose to 151 in the city-state.   Open-air food centers in affected districts had few lunchtime patrons Friday, many apparently fearful of contracting the mosquito-borne virus.   “I understand the food court... is affected but we shouldn't behave like that,” said retiree David Lye, 67,...

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