Cluster of Influenza A cases in TWGHs Wong Tai Sin Hospital
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The spokesperson for TWGHs Wong Tai Sin Hospital (WTSH) made the following announcement today (October 28):
Three male patients (aged 79 to 92) in a convalescent ward at WTSH have had fever and respiratory symptoms since October 24. After swab specimen testing, all three patients were found to be positive for Influenza A. The patients concerned are being treated in isolation and one is in critical condition due to his underlying illness while the remaining two are in stable condition.
The hospital will continue the contact tracing investigation in accordance with the prevailing guidelines. The following enhanced infection control measures have already been adopted:
1. thorough cleaning and disinfection of the wards concerned;
2. enhanced patient and environmental screening procedures; and
3. application of stringent contact precautions and enhanced hand hygiene of staff and patients.
The hospital will continue to closely monitor the condition 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/Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Issued at HKT 18:30
Issued at HKT 18:30
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