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A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said a new report involving a six-year-old girl was received through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.
The girl developed fever and "dull looking" symptoms on July 16 and was admitted to United Christian Hospital on July 18.
Her fever is down now and is in stable condition.
Preliminary test result on her sample showed positive result to Influenza A.
The girl had no history of travel. Her family members did not have any similar symptoms and the kindergarten she attended did not have any report of outbreak of influenza-like illness.
The spokesman reminded members of the public to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.
They are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.
More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
Ends/Saturday, July 19, 2008
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