Update on cluster of parainfluenza cases at Tuen Mun Hospital
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Regarding an earlier announcement on a cluster of patients infected with parainfluenza virus in a special care baby unit, the spokesperson for Tuen Mun Hospital made the following update today (March 28):
One more baby, a 14-month-old male, and a staff member in the ward presented with fever or respiratory symptoms. Appropriate tests were arranged for the patient and the result was positive to parainfluenza virus. The patient is being treated in isolation and in stable condition. The staff member is currently on leave.
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, March 28, 2024
Issued at HKT 16:28
Issued at HKT 16:28
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