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The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:
Regarding the four patients (aged 25 to 34) of a male ward for the mentally handicapped in Tuen Mun Hospital (TMH) presented with fever and flu symptoms, TMH announced the following updates today (September 26):
Today there are two more patients (aged 34 and 54) in the ward presenting with flu symptoms. Viral tests were arranged for them and all were 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 follow up.
Ends/Saturday, September 26, 2009
Issued at HKT 18:41
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