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How COVID-19 Swab Test is done? A Singapore Speech Therapist’s experience

Yoon Wai Lam

In this video, I will show you how a COVID-19 swab test is done and I will explain how it feels like.

Is it necessary for Speech Therapist to go through COVID-19 swab test?

We feel that it is very important for speech therapists / pathologists in Singapore to go through the COVID-19 swab test. As this will not just boost clients’ confidence but also to ensure safety especially when it comes to physical visits such as home or clinic speech or swallowing therapy sessions.

All our speech therapists at Singapore Swallowing Specialists and Speech Therapy Works, Singapore have undergone COVID-19 swab testing, and we have all tested negative.

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Covid 19: Tip to reduce or prevent ear pain from prolonged masks wearing

Yoon Wai Lam
Pain or itching on ear caused by mask straps

Pain or itching on the ear caused by mask straps from prolonged mask wearing has been a common complaint.
There are many custom made “ear saver” ideas that you can find from Google. Some people are selling these ideas, you may be familiar with the term “mask strap extender”.

‘Ear saver ‘ ideas from Google

Personally, I have tried using a paper clip and it was not very comfortable.
After some experimenting, I have found a design that I would like to share with you to help you make a comfortable “ear saver”.

Here in Singapore, I have taught some of the healthcare professionals and food sellers to make this “ear saver” and the feedback has been good.

The materials required are simple. Just use an elastic band or string!

Tie both mask straps together with the elastic band/string and customise it to a length you are comfortable with.

Just found out another great ‘ear saver’ idea by my Japanese friend Ms Kotomi Sakai.

DIY Ear Saver by Ms Kotomi Sakai using spiral hair tie