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The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health received reports of influenza-like illness (ILI) outbreaks in five schools affecting 21 persons during the 24 hours ending at noon today (September 21).
Reports about hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) outbreaks involving 12 persons in five schools were received during the same period.
The above brought to 37 and 44 the cumulative totals of ILI and HFMD outbreak reports respectively since the start of the new school term in September.
Schools should refer to the guidelines on prevention of communicable diseases for practical information on measures to prevent common communicable diseases. More information is available on the CHP website at www.chp.gov.hk .
Ends/Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Issued at HKT 18:51
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