Cluster of Candida auris cases found in Prince of Wales Hospital
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The spokesperson for Prince of Wales Hospital made the following announcement today (April 10):
A 61-year-old male patient in a Medicine and Therapeutics ward was confirmed to be a carrier of Candida auris on April 9. In accordance with the prevailing infection control guidelines, the hospital commenced contact tracing investigation. Three more male patients (aged 77 to 90) from the same ward were subsequently confirmed to be carrying Candida auris without signs of infection. Among the four patients, two are in serious and critical condition respectively due to their underlying diseases. The other two are in stable condition.
The ward concerned has adopted the following enhanced infection control measures:
- Enhanced patient and environmental screening procedures;
- Thorough cleaning and disinfection of the ward concerned; and
- Continued application of stringent contact precautions and enhanced hand hygiene of staff and patients.
The hospital will continue the enhanced infection control measures and closely monitor the situation in the ward. The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow-up.
Ends/Friday, April 10, 2026
Issued at HKT 19:33
Issued at HKT 19:33
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