Update on cluster of Influenza A cases in Kwai Chung Hospital
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Regarding an earlier announcement on a cluster of patients infected with Influenza A in a female psychiatric ward, the spokesperson for Kwai Chung Hospital gave the following update today (July 10):
Two more patients (aged 25 and 60) in the ward presented with upper respiratory tract symptoms since July 5. Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and their test results were positive for Influenza A. The patients concerned are being treated with stable condition.
Infection control measures have already been stepped up according to the 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/Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Issued at HKT 18:30
Issued at HKT 18:30
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