Cluster of Adenovirus cases in Caritas Medical Centre
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The spokesperson of Caritas Medical Centre made the following announcement today (June 12):
Four patients (aged 6 to 9) with history of chronic illnesses residing in the Developmental Disabilities Unit of Caritas Medical Centre have presented with respiratory symptoms since June 3. Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and the test results of the four patients were positive for Adenovirus. The patients concerned are being treated under isolation, with stable condition.
The hospital has informed the relatives of the patients about the situation. Infection control measures of the ward have been enhanced. All other patients and staff in the ward are under close surveillance.
The hospital has reported the cases to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow-up.
Ends/Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Issued at HKT 16:58
Issued at HKT 16:58
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