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HONG KONG, Gov Rpts - SAR, INFLUENZA-LIKE ILLNESS AND ARI UPDATE(S)-MARCH 23+

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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 23 2008, 9.02.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no new report was received today (March 23) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

The spokesman said a total of 24 reports have been received so far by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children and breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 6
* No of patients discharged: 6

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 18

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total no. of reports recorded since March 13: 24
* No of patients discharged: 15
* No of patients in hospital: 9

The spokesman said ILI may be caused by influenza or other respiratory viruses.

The telephone hotline (2125-1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 230 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

Members of the public are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 24 2008, 9.32.09

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no new report was received today (March 24) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

The spokesman said a total of 24 reports have been received so far by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children and breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 6
* No of patients discharged: 6

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 18

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total no. of reports recorded since March 13: 24
* No of patients discharged: 15
* No of patients in hospital: 9

The spokesman said ILI may be caused by influenza or other respiratory viruses.

The telephone hotline (2125-1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 230 calls. It will continue to operate between 9 am and 6 pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

Members of the public are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 25 2008, 12.11.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no new report was received today (March 25) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was also no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The spokesman reminded people to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

A total of 24 reports have been received so far by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children and breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 6
* No of patients discharged: 6

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 18

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total No of reports 0

D. Total reports
* Total No of reports recorded since March 13: 24
* No of patients discharged: 15
* No of patients in hospital: 9

The telephone hotline (2125 1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 234 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

People are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available on CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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SFH thanks public for help in curbing influenza
March 26 2008, 4.59.09

The Secretary for Food and Health, Dr York Chow, today (March 26) thanked schools and parents for their support and understanding of the Government's decision to advance the Easter break of primary schools, kindergartens, kindergartens cum child care centres and special schools to prevent the spread of influenza in schools.

"The Government, schools and parents should stay alert to influenza after resumption of classes as we are still in the peak season. The Government will continue to monitor the latest influenza situation. It will also issue guidelines to advise schools on the circumstances under which they should report influenza outbreaks to the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health," Dr Chow said.

He reminded the public to know the facts about influenza, take good care of themselves and their families, and maintain good personal hygiene.

If they fell ill, they should rest properly and should not go to school or work in order to recover quickly and to avoid spreading the disease to other people.
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 26 2008, 11.57.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no new report was received today (March 26) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was also no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The spokesman reminded people to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

So far, seven confirmed cases of influenza have been recorded out of 24 reports received by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children.

One patient who was previously tested negative in preliminary influenza test was found positive upon viral isolation study.

The patient has already been discharged.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 7
* No of patients discharged: 7

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 17

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total No of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total No of reports recorded since March 13: 24
* No of patients discharged: 16
* No of patients in hospital: 8

The telephone hotline (2125-1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 237 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

People are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available on CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 27 2008, 11.48.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no new report was received today (March 27) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was also no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The spokesman reminded people to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

So far, nine confirmed cases of influenza have been recorded out of 24 reports received by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children.

Two patients who were previously tested negative in preliminary influenza test were found positive upon viral isolation study.

Of them, a 10-year-old girl has been discharged while a 5-year-old boy is still in hospital in stable condition.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 9
* No of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 15

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total No of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total No of reports recorded since March 13: 24
* No of patients discharged: 18
* No of patients in hospital: 6

The telephone hotline (2125 1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 243 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

People are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available on CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 28 2008, 11.46.07

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said a new report with laboratory evidence of influenza was received today (March 28) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

The case involved a three-year-old boy now under treatment in Prince of Wales Hospital. He is now in stable condition.

So far, 10 confirmed cases of influenza have been recorded out of a total of 25 reports received by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive test results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 10
* No. of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative test results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 15

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total no. of reports recorded since March 13: 25
* No. of patients discharged: 19
* No. of patients in hospital: 6

There was no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The spokesman reminded members of the public to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza. The telephone hotline (2125-1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 245 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

Members of the public are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available on CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 29 2008, 10.15.16

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said two new reports were received today (March 29) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

The cases involved a one-year-old girl and a two-year-old boy.

Influenza test for the report of the girl was preliminary negative.

So far, 10 confirmed cases of influenza were recorded out of a total of 27 reports received by CHP through the influenza surveillance arrangement to monitor the trend of influenza-related complications in children.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 10
* No of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 16

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 1

D. Total reports
* Total no. of reports recorded since March 13: 27
* No of patients discharged: 19
* No of patients in hospital: 8

The spokesman reminded members of the public to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza. The telephone hotline (2125-1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 245 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays.

Members of the public are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 30 2008, 12.19.12

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no report was received today (March 30) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 10
* No of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 16

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total no. of reports: 1

D. Total reports
* Total no. of reports recorded since March 13: 27
* No of patients discharged: 19
* No of patients in hospital: 8

The telephone hotline (2125 1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 245 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays

The spokesmen reminded members of the public to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza. They are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
March 31 2008, 12.39.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no report was received today (March 31) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was also no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:

A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 10
* No of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 16

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total No of reports: 1

D. Total reports
* Total No of reports recorded since March 13: 27
* No of patients discharged: 19
* No of patients in hospital: 8

Kindergartens, kindergartens/child care centres, primary schools and special schools resumed classes starting today.

The spokesman reminded schools and parents to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

"Schools are requested to report to DH when an increase of absentees suffering from the same infectious disease and with similar symptoms or an unusual absenteeism pattern is noticed after class resumption for epidemiological investigation and outbreak control," the spokesman said.

"If influenza outbreaks are detected in individual schools, DH will assess the situation with the Education Bureau to determine whether those schools should suspend classes," he said.

"Factors to be considered include the number of students in the school with influenza symptoms, whether there is more than 1% of students in the school admitted to hospitals due to influenza illness, or whether there are cases of serious influenza-related complications requiring admission to the Intensive Care Unit in hospital."

The telephone hotline (2125 1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 249 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays

People are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Vigilance against seasonal RSV urged
March 31 2008, 14.29.29

A spokesman for the Centre for Heath Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (March 31) urged members of the public, in particular parents and management of schools and institutions to take stringent infection control measures against respiratory tract infection caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

The spokesman said that RSV activity usually starts to increase between March and April and will lasts till August.

He said during the week ending March 22 there were 60 viral detections by the Public Health Laboratory Centre while the baseline RSV detection is less than 20 per week.

So far this year, two RSV outbreaks have been reported to the CHP.

There were 13 and 30 RSV outbreaks record in 2006 and 2007.

The situation this year is similar to previous years.

"RSV is a common cause of respiratory tract infection. It usually affects elderly people and young children at the age of five or below," the spokesman said.

The disease is spread by direct contact with infectious secretions and can be easily transmitted among individuals in institutional settings.

"The incubation period is one to 10 days and is usually five to seven days. Common symptoms include fever, chills, headache and decreased appetite," he noted.

To prevent respiratory tract infection caused by RSV, members of the public are advised to take the following measures:
* Maintain good personal and environmental hygiene;
* Keep hands clean and wash hands properly;
* Wash hands when they are contaminated by respiratory secretions;
* Cover nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing and dispose of nasal and mouth discharge properly;
* Infected persons should avoid contact with children or those with low body resistance.

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Reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 1 2008, 11.37.04

A spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health said no report was received today (April 1) through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was also no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today.

The spokesman reminded people to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

The latest breakdown figures are as follows:
A. Reports with positive tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 10
* No of patients discharged: 8

B. Reports with preliminary negative tests results for influenza
* Total No of reports: 17

C. Reports pending laboratory test result for influenza
* Total No of reports: 0

D. Total reports
* Total No of reports recorded since March 13: 27
* No of patients discharged: 19
* No of patients in hospital: 8

The telephone hotline (2125 1133) set up by CHP to answer public enquiries on seasonal influenza has so far received 252 calls. It will continue to operate between 9am and 6pm from Monday to Friday except public holidays

People are advised to maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Streptococcus Suis Case---Hong Kong

Streptococcus Suis Case---Hong Kong

Not on the CHP website yet:

http://media-newswire.com/release_1062965.html


Case of Streptococcus suis infection under investigation

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (March 31) investigating a case of laboratory confirmed infection of Streptococcus suis, a kind of bacteria isolated from pigs. The case involves a 49-year-old man living in Wong Tai Sin, who developed fever, vomiting and confusion on March 27 and was admitted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital the next day. He is in critical condition.


A CHP spokesman said the patient had no recent travel history. His home contact did not have any symptoms.

This is the second reported case of Streptococcus suis infection in 2008. A total of six, eight and 13 cases were reported in 2007, 2006 and 2005 respectively.

The spokesman said Streptococcus suis infection may present as meningitis ( inflammation of the membrane enclosing the brain ), septicaemia ( blood stream infection ), and less commonly endocarditis ( inflammation of the inner lining of the heart chambers ), arthritis and bronchopneumonia ( a kind of lung infection involving the bronchioles ). Streptococcus suis infection could be treated with appropriate antibiotics.

To prevent the disease, people are advised to always observe personal and environmental hygiene practices and avoid contact with pigs that are sick or dead from diseases and their excreta or body fluid. If contact with pigs or raw pork is necessary, one should:

?E Use protective gloves;
?E Wash hands after handling pigs or raw pork; and
?E Clean and cover all wounds properly.

People with suspected symptoms should consult their doctors as soon as possible and report their relevant exposure histories.

They can obtain more information on Streptococcus suis from the CHP website ( http://www.chp.gov.hk ). They can also obtain latest information on infectious diseases in other places on the department's Hong Kong Travellers' Health Service website ( http://www.travelhealth.gov.hk ).
 
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No reports today under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 2 2008, 11.31.04

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health received no reports through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals today (April 2).

There was no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today as well.

Members of the public are advised to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

They should maintain good personal and environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available on the CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
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No reports today under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 3 2008, 12.31.04

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 3) received no reports through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

There was no new influenza outbreak reported to the CHP today as well.

Members of the public are advised to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

They should maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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No report today under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 4 2008, 8.52.00

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 4) received no report through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.

Members of the public are advised to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.

They should maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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Prince of Wales Hospital Influenza Cases
April 4 2008, 16.20.00

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

The spokesperson of Prince of Wales Hospital (PWH) made the following announcement today (April 4):

''Since March 27, 2008, a total of seven patients (aged from 63 to 91) of a male medical ward have presented with symptoms of influenza like illness.

''The patients are being treated under isolation and in stable condition.

''Viral test results of all patients are positive to Influenza A.

''Besides, one staff member of the ward has also presented with symptoms of influenza like illness.

''The staff member is currently on sick leave.

''All other patients in the ward concerned are under close surveillance.

''Admission and visiting to the ward have been suspended. Infection control measures have already been enhanced. Thorough cleansing and disinfection have been carried out in the ward.

''The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority and the Centre for Health Protection for follow up.''
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[SEASONAL INFLUENZA, HONG KONG] No report today under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 5 2008, 9.00.15
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 5) received no report through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.
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Members of the public are advised to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.
They should maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.
More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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[SEASONAL INFLUENZA, HONG KONG] No report today under influenza surveillance arrangement
April 5 2008, 9.00.15
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 5) received no report through the influenza surveillance arrangement set up by the CHP with private and public hospitals.
​
Members of the public are advised to stay alert by taking precautionary measures against influenza.
They should maintain good personal as well as environmental hygiene and build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise, and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.
More details of preventive tips on influenza are available in CHP's website, www.chp.gov.hk.
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Prince of Wales Hospital Influenza cases update
April 5 2008, 9.52.40

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority: Regarding the Influenza cases of a male medical ward of Prince of Wales Hospital (PWH), the hospital spokesperson announced the following update today (April 5):

''One more staff member of the same ward has presented with symptoms of influenza like illness.

''The staff member is currently on sick leave.

''Since March 27, a total of seven patients (aged from 63 to 91) and two staff members of the medical ward have presented with symptoms of influenza like illness.

''The patients are being treated under isolation and in stable condition. Viral test results of all patients are positive to Influenza A.

''All other patients in the ward concerned are under close surveillance. Admission and visiting to the ward have been suspended. Infection control measures have already been enhanced.

''Thorough cleansing and disinfection have been carried out in the ward. The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority and the Centre for Health Protection for follow up.''
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