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The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is investigating a confirmed case of Legionnaires' Disease.
The case involves a 59-year-old man who lives in Tuen Mun. He developed fever, cough and breathing problems since April 17. He was admitted to Tuen Mun Hospital on April 19 and is now in stable condition.
A urine test revealed that he had been infected with Legionella bacteria.
The CHP's investigation showed that he did not have recent travel history. His home contacts were asymptomatic.
Investigation is still going on.
This is the ninth case of Legionnaires' Disease reported this year. Thirty-seven cases were reported in 2009, 13 in 2008 and 11 in 2007.
Information on Legionnaires' Disease and advice on prevention can be found on the CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
Ends/Monday, April 26, 2010
Issued at HKT 17:32
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