Update on cluster of Respiratory Syncytial Virus cases in Siu Lam Hospital
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Regarding an earlier announcement on a cluster of patients infected with Respiratory Syncytial Virus in a male ward for severe intellectual disabilities, the spokesperson for Siu Lam Hospital made the following update today (April 27):
Two more patients (aged 45 and 55) in the ward had presented with respiratory symptoms. Appropriate viral tests had been arranged for the patients and their test results were positive for Respiratory Syncytial Virus. The patients concerned are being treated in isolation and are in stable condition.
Admission to the ward 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/Thursday, April 27, 2023
Issued at HKT 15:48
Issued at HKT 15:48
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