Singapore legislation

Clause 5

of Diphtheria Immunisation Ordinance

Clause 5

Primary diphtheria inoculation

Upon the coming into operation of this Ordinance, primary diphtheria inoculation shall be compulsory for every child residing in Singapore —

(a)

within twelve months of birth; or

(b)

who is under the age of seven years and who has not been previously immunised against diphtheria.