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    Hong Kong: Kindergarten advised to suspend classes (5/26/10)

    [Source: Centre for Health Protection, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

    Cannan Kindergarten in Whampoa Garden has been advised to suspend classes for a week following the Centre for Health Protection's (CHP) investigation into a fatal case of suspected enterovirus infection involving a 35-year-old woman.

    The woman presented with rash over hands on May 12. She further developed fever and dizziness on May 21. On May 22, she was found collapsed and was admitted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital. She passed away the next day. Laboratory tests done by Microbiology Department of Queen Mary Hospital revealed that her throat and rectal swabs were tested positive for enterovirus. Further confirmatory test result is pending.

    CHP's investigation showed that her two daughters, aged 17 months and four years old respectively, also presented with symptoms of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) on May 5 and May 9. The children have sought medical consultation and are now asymptomatic.

    As a precautionary measure, the CHP advised Cannan Kindergarten in Whampoa Garden which the elder daughter attended to suspend classes between tomorrow (May 27) and next Wednesday (June 2).

    Four other children, aged between three and four who attended the kindergarten, were also infected with the disease. All of them sought medical consultation and none required hospitalisation. They have all recovered. Investigation continues.

    The CHP has put the kindergarten under medical surveillance and provided health advice to the staff.

    The spokesman called on the public to maintain strict personal and environmental hygiene to prevent HFMD.

    They should adopt the following measures:
    • Maintain good air circulation
    • Wash hands before meals and after going to the toilet, handling diapers or other stool soiled materials
    • Keep hands clean and wash hands properly, especially when they are made dirty by respiratory secretions, such as after sneezing
    • Cover nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing and dispose of nasal and mouth discharge properly
    • Clean children's toys and other objects thoroughly and frequently with 1:99 diluted household bleach, followed by rinsing/wiping with clean water
    • Children who are ill should be kept out of school until their fever and rash have subsided and all the vesicles have dried and crusted
    • Avoid going to overcrowded places

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    Hong Kong: Primary school advised to suspend classes (5/27/10)

    Hong Kong: Primary school advised to suspend classes (5/27/10)

    [Source: Centre for Health Protection, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

    St Francis of Assisi's English Primary School in Sham Shui Po has been advised to suspend classes for two weeks starting tomorrow (May 28) following the Centre for Health Protection's (CHP) investigation into a viral meningitis case related to enterovirus (EV) infection involving a 10-year-old girl living in Wong Tai Sin.

    The girl presented with fever on May 20. She further developed oral ulcers and rash over her limbs on May 21. On May 23, she developed headache, sore throat and neck stiffness and was admitted to Kwong Wah Hospital. Her clinical picture is compatible with viral meningitis. She is now in stable condition. Laboratory tests revealed that her rectal swab tested positive for EV71. The CHP's investigation showed that her younger sister in the same school developed rash and oral ulcers on May 17. She sought medical consultation from a general practitioner. Her mother, who developed oral ulcers and rash over her limbs on May 23, was also diagnosed to be suffering from Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease. Both of them are in stable condition. Other home contacts are asymptomatic. Six other children, aged between seven and 12, in the primary school developed oral ulcers, fever, and rash or vesicles on hands and feet since May 15. All of them sought medical consultation and one required hospitalisation. All of them are in stable condition.

    The one in hospital, an 11-year-old boy, was discharged on May 25. His throat swab tested positive for EV71.

    As a precautionary measure, the CHP advised the primary school to suspend classes between May 28 and June 10 for thorough cleaning and disinfection. Investigation continues.

    The CHP has conducted a field visit and provided health advice to the school's staff.

    "The CHP will keep a close watch on the situation. Parents are advised to pay attention to the health condition of their children, and to remind them to observe good personal and environmental hygiene," the spokesman said.

    So far this year, the CHP has been notified of 32 cases of EV71 infection. There were 98 cases in 2008 and 31 cases in 2009.

    For more information, people may visit the CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk) or call the Central Health Education Hotline 2833 0111.
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      Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/4/10): Five school remain closed due to hfmd

      Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/4/10)

      [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

      A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about two enterovirus 71 infections and a total of 15 Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at 12 noon today (June 4).

      This brings to 308 the cumulative total for HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

      The institutional outbreaks took place in: Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon City, Sai Kung, Sha Tin, North District, Kwai Tsing, Tsuen Wan and Yuen Long.

      Five schools remain closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

      More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily sitrep published by CHP at its website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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        Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/7/10): 5 schools remain closed

        Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/7/10)

        [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

        A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about one enterovirus 71 infection and 16 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received over the three days ending at noon today (June 7).

        This brings to 324 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

        The institutional outbreaks took place in Wan Chai, Wong Tai Sin, Yau Tsim Mong, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Sai Kung, Shatin, Kwai Tsing and Tsuen Wan.

        Five schools remain closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

        More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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          Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/8/10): 5 schools remain closed

          Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/8/10)

          [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

          A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about one enterovirus 71 infection and 18 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 8).

          This brings to 342 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

          The institutional outbreaks took place in Central and Western District, Southern District, Eastern District, Wan Chai, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Yau Tsim Mong, Sham Shui Po, Sai Kung, Sha Tin and Tsuen Wan.

          Five schools remain closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

          More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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            Hong Kong: Kindergarten advised to suspend classes (6/9/10): for a hfmd-related viral meningitis case

            Hong Kong: Kindergarten advised to suspend classes (6/9/10)

            [Source: Govt of Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

            The Po Leung Kuk Tam Au-Yeung Siu Fong Memorial Kindergarten in Whampoa Garden has been advised to suspend classes for two weeks starting from tomorrow (June 10) following the Centre for Health Protection's (CHP) investigation into a viral meningitis case related to the hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) school outbreak involving a four-year-old boy.

            The boy had a fever, headache and vomiting since June 6 and was admitted to Kwong Wah Hospital on June 8. He is now in stable condition. His clinical picture is compatible with viral meningitis. His throat and rectal swabs tested positive for enterovirus.

            Results of further laboratory tests are pending.

            The CHP received a report concerning an HFMD outbreak in the kindergarten involving four boys and a girl as well as a staff member.

            As a precautionary measure, the CHP advised the school (both AM and PM sessions) to suspend classes. Investigation continues.

            The CHP has put the institution under medical surveillance and provided health advice to the staff.

            The spokesman reminded the public to maintain strict personal and environmental hygiene during the current HFMD outbreaks and to adopt the following preventive measures:
            • Maintain good air circulation;
            • Wash hands before meals and after going to the toilet, handling diapers or other stool soiled materials;
            • Keep hands clean and wash hands properly, especially when they are made dirty by respiratory secretions, such as after sneezing;
            • Cover nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing and dispose of nasal and mouth discharge properly;
            • Clean children's toys and other objects thoroughly and frequently with 1:49 diluted household bleach, followed by rinsing/wiping with clean water;
            • Children who are ill should be kept out of school until their fever and rash have subsided and all the vesicles have dried and crusted; and
            • Avoid going to overcrowded places.

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              Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/9/10): 5 schools remain closed

              Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/9/10)

              [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

              A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about one enterovirus 71 infection and 11 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 9).

              This brings to 353 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

              The institutional outbreaks took place in Central and Western District, Eastern District, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Sai Kung, Sha Tin, Tuen Mun and Yuen Long.

              Five schools remain closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

              More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/10/10): 5 schools remain closed

                Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/10/10)

                [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                A spokesman for the Department of Health said 16 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were recorded during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 10).

                No enterovirus 71 infection report was received.

                This brings to 369 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                The institutional outbreaks took place in Eastern District, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Yau Tsim Mong and Sha Tin.

                Five schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                  Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/11/10): 4 schools remain closed

                  Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/11/10)

                  [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                  A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about one enterovirus 71 infection and five Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 11).

                  This brings to 374 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                  The new institutional outbreaks took place in four districts: Southern District, Kowloon City, Wong Tai Sin and Sha Tin.

                  Four schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                  More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                    Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/14/10): 3 schools remain closed

                    Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/14/10)

                    [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                    A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about three enterovirus 71 infection and 14 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the three days ending at noon today (June 14).

                    This brings to 388 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                    The new institutional outbreaks took place in Central and Western District, Eastern District, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, North District, Sai Kung, Sha Tin, Tai Po and Tsuen Wan.

                    Three schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                    More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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                      Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/15/10): 3 schools remain closed

                      Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/15/10)

                      [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                      A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about one enterovirus 71 infection and 14 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 15).

                      This brings to 402 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                      The new institutional outbreaks took place in Central and Western, Eastern District, Southern, Wan Chai, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Islands, North District, Sai Kung and Yuen Long.

                      Three schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                      More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                        Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/17/10): 1 school remains closed

                        Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/17/10)

                        [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                        A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about 14 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the two days ending at noon today (June 17).

                        No new report of enterovirus 71 infection was received during the period.

                        This brings to 416 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                        The new institutional outbreaks took place in Central and Western, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Sham Shui Po, Wong Tai Sin, Yau Tsim Wong, Sai Kung, Sha Tin and Tsuen Wan.

                        One schools is closed due to HFMD outbreak.

                        More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                          Archive. Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update, school closures

                          Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/18/10)

                          [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                          A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about 10 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 18).

                          No new report of enterovirus 71 infection was received during the period.

                          This brings to 426 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                          The new institutional outbreaks took place in Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Kwai Tsing, Sha Tin, Tsuen Wan and Yuen Long.

                          Two schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                          More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                            Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/21/10): 2 schools remain closed

                            Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/21/10)

                            [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                            A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about four enterovirus 71 infections and 10 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the three days ending at noon today (June 21).

                            This brings to 436 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                            The new school and institutional outbreaks took place in Southern District, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Yau Tsim Mong, Kwai Tsing, North District, Sai Kung and Sha Tin.

                            Two schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                            More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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                              Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/22/10): 2 schools remain closed

                              Hong Kong: HFMD and EV71 situation update (6/22/10)

                              [Source: Department of Health, Hong Kong PRC SAR, View Original Article.]

                              A spokesman for the Department of Health said reports about 14 hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) institutional outbreaks were received during the 24 hours ending at noon today (June 22).

                              No new report of enterovirus 71 infection was received during the period.

                              This brings to 450 the cumulative total number of HFMD institutional outbreaks in 2010.

                              The new school and institutional outbreaks were in Central and Western, Eastern District, Wan Chai, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Wong Tai Sin, Kwai Tsing, Sha Tin and Tai Po.

                              Two schools are closed due to HFMD outbreaks.

                              More information about the current status of HFMD is available from a daily situation report published by the CHP on its website, www.chp.gov.hk .
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