Cluster of Influenza A cases in Kowloon Hospital
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Regarding an earlier announcement on a cluster of patients infected with Influenza A in a rehabilitation ward, the spokesperson for Kowloon Hospital made the following update today (April 14):
Three more patients (two male and one female, aged from 79 to 92) in the ward had presented with respiratory symptoms. Clinical tests had been arranged and confirmed Influenza A infection for the patients. The concerned patients are being treated under isolation with stable condition.
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/Friday, April 14, 2017
Issued at HKT 18:18
Issued at HKT 18:18
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