China: CHP closely monitors two human cases of avian influenza A(H5N6) in Mainland - 50 yr old male in Baise City, Guangxi; 35 yr old male in Zhenjian

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Source: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202202/15/P2022021500506.htm


CHP closely monitors two human cases of avian influenza A(H5N6) in Mainland
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The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (February 15) closely monitoring two human cases of avian influenza A(H5N6) in the Mainland, and again urged the public to maintain strict personal, food and environmental hygiene both locally and during travel.

The first case involves a 50-year-old man living in Baise City in Guangxi, who had exposure to live poultry. He developed symptoms on January 12, and was admitted for treatment on January 13. The patient is in critical condition.

The second case involves a 35-year-old man living in Zhenjiang City in Jiangsu Province, who had visited live poultry market before onset. He developed symptoms on January 15, and was admitted for treatment on January 19. The patient is in critical condition.

From 2014 to date, 67 human cases of avian influenza A(H5N6) have been reported by Mainland health authorities...

...Ends/Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Issued at HKT 17:42

 

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The first case involves a 50-year-old man living in Baise City in Guangxi, who had exposure to live poultry. He developed symptoms on January 12, and was admitted for treatment on January 13. The patient is in critical condition.

Not saying they are connected but Baise City is having a hard time controlling COVID-19. Please see:

China - Local COVID-19 cases in Baise City - firm lockdown measures implemented - Guangxi province - February 6+