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The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:
The spokesperson of Castle Peak Hospital made the following announcement today (September 1):
Three patients (aged 62 to 68) and three staff members in a female forensic ward had presented with respiratory symptoms since August 24. Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and their test results were positive for Rhinovirus. The patients concerned are being treated under isolation and are in stable condition. The staff members have recovered and resumed duty.
Admission to the ward concerned has been suspended and restricted visiting has been imposed. Infection control measures have already been stepped up according to established guidelines. All other patients 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/Monday, September 1, 2014
Issued at HKT 17:16
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