Cluster of COVID-19 cases in Ruttonjee Hospital
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The spokesperson for Ruttonjee Hospital made the following announcement today (April 15):
Eight patients (aged 70 to 94) in a male geriatric ward of Ruttonjee Hospital tested positive for COVID-19 since April 12. Five of them are symptomatic while the other three are asymptomatic. All patients are being treated under cohort isolation and are in stable condition. Admission and visiting arrangements for the ward concerned have been suspended. Thorough cleaning and disinfection have been conducted in the ward concerned, while infection control measures have been enhanced.
The hospital will continue to closely monitor the situation of the patients. The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow-up.
Ends/Saturday, April 15, 2023
Issued at HKT 18:00
Issued at HKT 18:00
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