Update on cluster of Candida auris cases in Hong Kong Buddhist Hospital
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Regarding an earlier announcement on Candida auris carrier cases, the spokesman for Hong Kong Buddhist Hospital (HKBH) gave the following update today (April 6):
One more female patient and another male patient, aged 86 and 65 respectively, in the medical ward of HKBH were also confirmed to carry Candida auris without signs of infection. Two patients are now being treated in isolation and are in stable condition.
The hospital will continue the contact tracing investigation of close contacts of the patients in accordance with the prevailing guidelines. A series of enhanced infection control measures have already been adopted to prevent the spread of Candida auris:
- Thorough cleaning and disinfection of the ward concerned;
- Enhanced admission screening for patients and environmental screening procedures; and
- Application of stringent contact precautions and enhanced hand hygiene of staff and patients.
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 6, 2024
Issued at HKT 15:30
Issued at HKT 15:30
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