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The Department of Health today (September 30) advised a primary school to suspend classes for seven days starting tomorrow to stop the possible spread of human swine influenza (HSI) in the school.
The advice was given following the outbreak of HSI in Diocesan Boy's School Primary Division in Mong Kok, a spokesman for the department said.
Investigation revealed that 152 students aged between six and 12 at the school have developed influenza-like-illness symptoms since September 10. No hospitalisation is required. All the affected persons are in stable condition.
Laboratory results confirmed that one student had been infected with HSI.
The department has visited the school and advised staff on infection control measures.
The school is under medical surveillance.
The spokesman called on parents to pay attention to the health condition of their children, and to remind them to observe good personal and environmental hygiene.
Ends/Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Issued at HKT 18:51
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