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The Secretary for Health, Welfare and Food, Dr Yeoh Eng-kiong, was deeply saddened to hear the death of a ward attendant of the Prince of Wales Hospital.
"She was infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome while taking care of patients. I am deeply sorry for the loss of this dedicated staff," Dr Yeoh said.
He expressed heartfelt condolences to her family.
End/Sunday, June 1, 2003
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