SINGAPORE — At least 147 students at North View Primary School have reported symptoms of gastroenteritis since January 13, with the majority showing signs of recovery by January 18, authorities and the school said in a joint update. 

The students affected span all primary levels, and while many have since returned to their normal activities, one pupil was briefly hospitalised on January 17 and discharged the following day in stable condition. 

North View Primary School, located in Yishun, has been in close contact with the families of those affected and continues to monitor their well-being. In collaboration with the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), the school is investigating the cause of the outbreak. 

In response to the incident, additional precautionary steps have been implemented across the campus. These include thorough cleaning and sanitisation of classrooms, common areas and the canteen, as well as measures to minimise large school-wide gatherings. Students have been reminded to practise good personal hygiene and to stay home if they feel unwell. 

This episode follows a similar outbreak at River Valley Primary School, where about 60 students developed gastroenteritis symptoms earlier in the week. Authorities are also investigating that cluster separately.