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The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:
The spokesperson of Tuen Mun Hospital (TMH) made the following announcement today (September 25):
Four patients (aged 25 to 34) of a male ward for the mentally handicapped in TMH have presented with fever and flu symptoms since September 21. Viral tests were arranged for them and all were subsequently confirmed with Human Swine Influenza. They are being treated under isolation and are in stable condition.
Infection control measures of the concerned ward have already been stepped up. Admission to and discharge from the ward have been suspended, while restricted visiting policy has been implemented. Patients' relatives have been informed about the situation. All other patients and the staff in the ward are under close surveillance.
The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow up.
Ends/Friday, September 25, 2009
Issued at HKT 19:33
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