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HONG KONG, PRC SAR: [3,673 cases, 2 deaths, 41 in hospital: 2 serious, 3 in critical, from April 26 to July 31, 2009]

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Hong Kong: DH advises a secondary school to suspend summer class (7/27/09)

A spokesman for the Department of Health (DH) today (July 27) advised Shatin Pui Ying College to suspend a summer class for seven days starting tomorrow to stop the possible spread of human swine (Influenza A H1N1) in the summer class.

The advice was made following the notification of 12 students, involving nine boys and three girls aged between 13 and 14 attending a summer class of the school, developed influenza like illness symptoms since July 13. One of the affected students, a 13-year-old boy, developed fever, cough and headache on July 24. He was admitted to the Prince of Wales Hospital this afternoon. Another five students were confirmed to have infected with human swine influenza. All 12 students are now in stable condition. Investigations into the case are ongoing.

The department provided health advice to the school and put the students of the summer class concerned under medical surveillance.

The spokesman called on parents to pay attention to the health condition of their children, and to remind them to observe good personal and environmental hygiene.
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Hong Kong: Close watch on outbreak of upper respiratory tract infection (7/27/09)

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (July 27) called on members of the public and management of institutions to maintain strict personal and environmental hygiene to prevent upper respiratory tract infection.

The appeal was made following CHP's investigation into an outbreak of upper respiratory tract infection affecting 25 people including 14 infants and young children, as well as 11 staff members in a child care home in Central and Western District.

The affected, six males and 19 females aged from six months to 55 years, developed symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, including fever, cough, runny nose and sore throat between July 1 and 27. 17 consulted general practitioners and two infants, aged eight months and 1 year, were admitted to Queen Mary Hospital. They are in stable condition.

Throat swabs taken from the two infants were tested positive for Respiratory Syncytial Virus.

Staff of the CHP has conducted field visits to the child care home and provided health instructions to the staff. Close monitoring by CHP continues.

To prevent upper respiratory tract infection and influenza, the public are advised to adopt the following measures:

  • To build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking;
  • To maintain good personal hygiene, and wash hands after sneezing, coughing and wear a mask when developing symptoms of respiratory infections;
  • To maintain good ventilation; and
  • To avoid visiting crowded places with poor ventilation, especially during peak influenza season.

Members of the public, particularly children, elderly people and those with chronic diseases, should wear face masks and consult their doctors for medical advice promptly if they develop symptoms of respiratory tract infection. For more information on the disease, members of the public may visit the CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
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Hong Kong: HA update on Designated Flu Clinic and admitted human swine influenza patients (7/27/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

Regarding the services of the eight Designated Flu Clinics (DFCs) and the confirmed human swine influenza patients admitted to public hospitals, the Hospital Authority (HA) spokesman provided the following updates today (July 27):

The Designated Flu Clinics today (as at 5pm) provide treatment to a total of 793 patients.

The HA spokesman reminded the public that the eight DFCs have ceased the provision of general outpatient services.

Patients with other illnesses are advised to seek medical treatment at other general outpatient clinics in the district or private practitioners.

Chronic patients who have been pre-scheduled for follow up at the eight DFCs should proceed to their corresponding clinics with drug refill service according to their date of original appointment and bring along the appointment slip and Identity Card.

As at 2.30pm today, there were 153 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza in the past 24 hours.

This brings to 2,855 the total number of confirmed human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.

Currently, a total of 42 confirmed cases are staying in public hospitals for treatment.

Among them, 37 cases are in stable condition, one in serious and four in critical condition (A Filipino woman who has all along been classified as critical condition at United Christian Hospital passed away this afternoon).

Furthermore, the newly confirmed cases announced today including four public hospital staff members - a male nurse of Kowloon Hospital, two female nurses of Princess Margaret Hospital and Prince of Wales Hospital, a male doctor of Queen Mary Hospital.

They are now under isolation at home and on Tamiflu treatment, in satisfactory and stable condition.
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Hong Kong: 153 new cases of human swine influenza (7/27/09)

A spokesman for the Department of Health said there had been 153 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1) in the 24 hours to 2.30pm today (July 27).

The new cases involve 77 males and 76 females, aged between four months and 75 years.

This brings to 2,855 the total number of human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong: HA update on Designated Flu Clinic and admitted human swine influenza patients (7/28/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

Regarding the services of the eight Designated Flu Clinics (DFCs) and the confirmed human swine influenza patients admitted to public hospitals, the Hospital Authority (HA) spokesman provided the following updates today (July 28):

The Designated Flu Clinics today (as at 5pm) provide treatment to a total of 796 patients.

The HA spokesman reminded the public that the eight DFCs have ceased the provision of general outpatient services.

Patients with other illnesses are advised to seek medical treatment at other general outpatient clinics in the district or private practitioners.

Chronic patients who have been pre-scheduled for follow up at the eight DFCs should proceed to their corresponding clinics with drug refill service according to their date of original appointment and bring along the appointment slip and Identity Card.

As at 2.30pm today, there were 226 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza in the past 24 hours.

This brings to 3,081 the total number of confirmed human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.

Currently, a total of 35 confirmed cases are staying in public hospitals for treatment.

Among them, 30 cases are in stable condition, one in serious and four in critical condition.

The newly confirmed cases announced today including a female supporting staff member of United Christian Hospital.

The patient is now under isolation at home and on Tamiflu treatment, in stable condition.
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Hong Kong: 226 new cases of human swine influenza (7/28/09)

A spokesman for the Department of Health (DH) said there had been 226 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1) in the 24 hours to 2.30pm today (July 28).

The new cases involve 119 males and 107 females, aged between three months and 85 years.

This brings to 3,081 the total number of human swine influenza (HSI) cases in Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong: 189 new cases of human swine influenza (7/29/09)

A spokesman for the Department of Health (DH) said there had been 189 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1) in the 24 hours to 2.30pm today (July 29).

The new cases involve 104 males and 85 females, aged between seven months and 68 years.

This brings to 3,270 the total number of human swine influenza (HSI) cases in Hong Kong.

Meanwhile, DH is investigating a suspected HSI case involving an 88-year-old woman living in a residential care home for the elderly in Kwai Chung. The patient developed fever on July 27 and was admitted to Princess Margaret Hospital the following day. Her condition is stable. The specimen taken from her was tested positive to HSI by the hospital today. Confirmation by the DH's Public Health Laboratory Centre is still pending.

DH had visited the institution and provided health advice, the spokesman said.

So far, there is no influenza-like illness outbreak in the institution and Tamiflu has been given to the staff and close contacts of the patient as antiviral chemoprophylaxis.

"The department will continue to put the staff and residents of the elderly home under medical surveillance," he said.
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Hong Kong: CHP investigating a case of Legionnaires' Disease (7/29/09)

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (July 29) investigating a case of Legionnaires' Disease involving a 55-year-old man.

The patient, living in Tin Shui Wai, developed fever, headache, arthralgia and myalgia since July 9. He was admitted to Tuen Mun Hospital on July 13 and was discharged on July 21. He is now in stable condition. CHP's investigation showed that he had no recent travel history.

This is the nineteenth Legionnaires' Disease case reported this year. Thirteen cases were reported in 2008, 11 in 2007 and 16 in 2006.

To prevent the disease, people are reminded to observe the following:

  • An individual may reduce his/her susceptibility to the disease by avoiding smoking and excessive drinking, and maintaining good health.
  • People handling garden soils, composts and potting mixes should take the following precautions:
    • Gently water gardens and composts using low pressure;
    • Open composted potting mixes slowly and make sure the opening is directed away from the face;
    • Wet the soil to reduce dust when potting plants;
    • Avoid working in poorly ventilated places such as enclosed greenhouses;
    • Wash hands carefully afterwards.
  • Proper design, operation and maintenance of man-made water systems. For more information about the good practices to be followed in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of man-made water systems, please visit the website of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (www.emsd.gov.hk/emsd/eng/pps/oa_ld_pub_cp.shtml) for the Code of Practice published by the Prevention of Legionnaires' Disease Committee in 2007.

Information on Legionnaires' Disease and advice on preventive measures can also be found on the CHP's website (www.chp.gov.hk).
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Hong Kong: HA update on Designated Flu Clinic and admitted human swine influenza patients (7/29/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

Regarding the services of the eight Designated Flu Clinics (DFCs) and the confirmed human swine influenza patients admitted to public hospitals, the Hospital Authority (HA) spokesman provided the following updates today (July 29):

The Designated Flu Clinics today (as at 5pm) provide treatment to a total of 757 patients.

The HA spokesman reminded the public that the eight DFCs have ceased the provision of general outpatient services.

Patients with other illnesses are advised to seek medical treatment at other general outpatient clinics in the district or private practitioners.

Chronic patients who have been pre-scheduled for follow up at the eight DFCs should proceed to their corresponding clinics with drug refill service according to their date of original appointment and bring along the appointment slip and Identity Card.

As at 2.30pm today, there were 189 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza in the past 24 hours.

This brings to 3,270 the total number of confirmed human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.

Currently, a total of 38 confirmed cases are staying in public hospitals for treatment.

Among them, 33 cases are in stable condition, one in serious and four in critical condition.

The newly confirmed cases announced today including a female nurse of United Christian Hospital and a male allied health staff of Tuen Mun Hospital.

They are now under isolation at home and on Tamiflu treatment, in stable condition.
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Hong Kong: CHP is monitoring the variant of seasonal H3N2 virus (7/29/09)

In response to media enquiries on an overseas media report concerning the detection of variant of seasonal H3N2, a spokesman for the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) today (July 29) said the H3N2 viruses recently isolated by CHP's Public Health Laboratory Centre showed similar genetic changes with the reported variant.

"Such antigenic drift is common and expected for influenza viruses," the spokesman said. Although overseas countries including Canada reported that the variant of seasonal H3N2 virus showed reduced response to antibodies generated by the current vaccine recommended by World Health Organisation for Northern Hemisphere, the spokesman said seasonal flu vaccination would still offer some protection.

"People at risk of influenza-related complications are recommended to receive the vaccine before the arrival of the peak of seasonal flu.

"The H3 variant is now circulating in Hong Kong and there is no evidence showing that the variant is more severe and resistant to oseltamivir (Tamiflu).

"No flu vaccine with the variant virus component has been manufactured in the world," he said.

The spokesman noted that CHP would closely liaise with overseas health authorities to monitor the latest development.
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Hong Kong: Parainfluenza outbreak in child care centre under close watch (7/29/09)

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (July 29) urged members of the public and management of institutions to take preventive measures against influenza-like illness (ILI) by observing strict environmental and personal hygiene.

The appeal was made following CHP's investigation into a report of parainfluenza outbreak in a child care centre, affecting a total of 18 children. The centre concerned is SKH St. Thomas' Child Care Centre in Shek Kip Mei, which had been closed earlier to avoid the spread of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1) in the centre.

Yet, the centre still provided day care service to around 60 children who are in need. The affected comprised 12 males and six females, aged between five months and three years. They developed symptoms of ILI, including fever, cough, runny nose and sore throat between July 14 and 28. Among them, five were admitted to hospital in stable condition. Another 12 children sought medical treatment from private doctors and did not require hospitalisation.

The nasopharyngeal aspirate (NPA) specimen taken from a hospitalised case was tested positive to parainfluenza virus. A CHP spokesman said, ''In view of an increased number of sick children, CHP advised the centre to reinforce infection control measures. CHP officials have conducted field visits to the centre and provided health advice to the staff. To prevent respiratory tract infection, the public are advised to adopt the following measures:

  • Build up good body immunity by having a proper diet, regular exercise and adequate rest, reducing stress and avoiding smoking;
  • Maintain good personal hygiene, wash hands after sneezing or coughing, and wear a mask when having symptoms of respiratory tract infection;
  • Maintain good ventilation; and
  • Avoid visiting crowded places with poor ventilation.
Members of the public, particularly children, elderly people and those with chronic diseases, should wear face masks and consult doctors promptly if they develop symptoms of respiratory tract infection.
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Hong Kong reports 189 new cases of Influenza A/H1N1 - Xinhua

www.chinaview.cn 2009-07-30 21:37:56 Print

HONG KONG, July 30 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Department of Health said Thursday that there had been 189 newly confirmed cases of Influenza A/H1N1 in the 24 hours to 2:30 p.m, bringing its total number of such cases to 3,459.

The new cases involved 110 males and 79 females, aged between two months and 63 years, said the department.

Currently, a total of 37 confirmed cases were staying in public hospitals for treatment. Among them, 32 cases were in stable condition, one in serious and four in critical condition.
 
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Hong Kong: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine to be introduced in Hong Kong's Childhood Immunisation Programme starting September 1, 2009 (7/30/09)

Speaking at a press conference today (July 30), the Controller of the Centre for Health Protection(CHP) of the Department of Health (DH), Dr Thomas Tsang, said Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) would be introduced in DH's updated Childhood Immunisation Programme (CIP) starting September 1, 2009.

Under the updated CIP, all infants born on or after July 1, 2009 are eligible to receive free PCV vaccinations at the Department's Maternal and Child Health Centres (MCHC) during scheduled CIP visits. An estimated 70 000 newborns will be covered annually. When the baby reaches two months old, he/she will receive the first dose of pneumococcal vaccine. In addition, a one-off catch-up PCV vaccination will be provided free for eligible children born between September 1, 2007 and June 30 this year inclusive at MCHC.

Explaining the PCV vaccination arrangement, Dr Tsang said, "If your child was born on or after September 1, 2007, check if he/she has a scheduled MCHC vaccination visit for other vaccines between this September and November.If yes, your child will get the catch-up vaccination during the scheduled visit at MCHC and there is no need to book a separate visit.

"If your child does not have a scheduled MCHC visit between this September and November, please come to your MCHC in person to obtain an advanced vaccination appointment.

Booking for appointment slots will start on August 3 at all MCHCs during Mondays to Fridays, and the vaccination visit itself will take place on Sundays, the first one being September 6."

Parents/carers are reminded to bring the child's Hong Kong Birth Certificate or other valid identity documents showing his/her resident status as well as all immunisation records to obtain an appointment. It is not necessary to bring the child along to MCHC to get an appointment. A total of 29 MCHC will be opened on Sundays starting from September 6.

They will be manned by Auxiliary Medical Service nurse supervisors and trained vaccinators.

Cheung Chau and Mui Wo MCHCs will not open on Sundays. Parents of children who have registered with these MCHCs may call the respective MCHC for vaccination arrangement during the session time. A telephone line (2125 2125) has been set up to handle public enquiries, which will operate Monday through Friday from 9am to 5.30pm. Latest information on the updated CIP can be obtained from the Department's Family Health Service website (http://www.fhs.gov.hk) and the CHP website (http://www.chp.gov.hk).
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Hong Kong: A case of invasive Haemophilus influenzae under investigation (7/30/09)

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is investigating a case of invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection and urged the public to be vigilant against the disease.

A spokesman for the CHP said today (July 30) the case affected a two-year-old girl who has underlying congenital problems and has been staying in Caritas Medical Centre since October 2007. She developed fever and tachycardia on July 23. Her blood culture grew Hib. She is now in stable condition. The spokesman noted that Hib is a bacteria which may cause meningitis and other infections in children, including pneumonia, epiglottis and septicemia.

"Hib infections usually occur in children aged below five years. The risk of disease among older children is relatively low," he said.

To prevent infection, members of the public are advised to adopt the following measures:

  1. observe personal hygiene;
  2. keep hands clean and wash hands properly;
  3. wash hands when they are dirtied by respiratory secretions e.g. after sneezing;
  4. cover nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing and dispose nasal and mouth discharge properly;
  5. do not share eating and drinking utensils and wash them thoroughly after use; and
  6. avoid going to overcrowded places if feeling unwell.

For more information, members of the public 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: HA update on Designated Flu Clinic and admitted human swine influenza patients (7/30/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

Regarding the services of the eight Designated Flu Clinics (DFCs) and the confirmed human swine influenza patients admitted to public hospitals, the Hospital Authority (HA) spokesman provided the following updates today (July 30):

The Designated Flu Clinics today (as at 5pm) provide treatment to a total of 880 patients.

The HA spokesman reminded the public that the eight DFCs have ceased the provision of general outpatient services.

Patients with other illnesses are advised to seek medical treatment at other general outpatient clinics in the district or private practitioners.

Chronic patients who have been pre-scheduled for follow up at the eight DFCs should proceed to their corresponding clinics with drug refill service according to their date of original appointment and bring along the appointment slip and Identity Card.

As at 2.30pm today, there were 189 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza in the past 24 hours.

This brings to 3,459 the total number of confirmed human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.

Currently, a total of 37 confirmed cases are staying in public hospitals for treatment.

Among them, 32 cases are in stable condition, one in serious and four in critical condition.

Furthermore, the newly confirmed cases announced today including nine public hospital staff members - two female and one male nurses of Yan Chai Hospital, Kowloon Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital; a male doctor of Queen Mary Hospital; a male administrative staff of Queen Elizabeth Hospital; one male and one female supporting staff of Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital and Kowloon Hospital; and two male allied health staff of Kowloon Hospital and Tuen Mun Hospital.

Except a male administrative staff of Queen Elizabeth Hospital and a male supporting staff of Kowloon Hospital, others are on Tamiflu treatment.

They are now under isolation at home, all in stable condition.
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Hong Kong: Case of necrotising fasciitis under investigation (7/30/09)

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (July 30) received a report of a necrotising fasciitis case (flesh-eating disease) involving a 87-year-old man.

The patient lived in Ma On Shan. He presented with right calf swelling and fever on July 27 and was admitted to Prince of Wales Hospital on July 28. The patient's condition continued to deteriorate and he passed away yesterday.

Laboratory tests on the tissues from his right ankle yielded Vibrio vulnificus, a type of bacteria causing necrotising fasciitis.

A CHP spokesman said necrotising fasciitis was a serious bacterial infection of the soft tissue and fascia. It could destroy tissue and cause death within 12 to 24 hours after infection.

People are reminded to adopt the following preventive measures:

  • Avoid exposure of open wounds or broken skin to seawater or salty water;
  • Wounds should be thoroughly cleansed and properly covered;
  • Wear thick rubber gloves when handling raw shellfish.

Patients should seek medical advice promptly if they developed symptoms and signs of infection like increasing redness, pain and swelling.
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Hong Kong: 214 new cases of human swine influenza (7/31/09)

A spokesman for the Department of Health said there had been 214 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1) in the 24 hours to 2.30pm today (July 31).

The new cases involve 104 males and 110 females, aged between 16 months and 72 years.

This brings to 3,673 the total number of human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong: Influenza A outbreak at male ward of Kwai Chung Hospital (7/31/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

The spokesperson of Kwai Chung Hospital (KCH) made the following announcement today (July 31):

Since July 27, a total of five patients (aged from 33 to 76) of a male ward of Kwai Chung Hospital had presented with symptoms of fever and flu.

They are being treated under isolation and in stable condition.

Viral test results of four patients are positive to Influenza A.

The hospital will continue to provide treatment to the patients and closely monitor their conditions. Admission and visiting to the ward concerned are suspended for the time being.

All other patients in the ward are under close surveillance.

Infection control measures of the ward concerned have already been enhanced. The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow up.
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Hong Kong: DH advises a secondary school to suspend summer classes (7/31/09)

The Department of Health today (July 31) advised Ng Wah Catholic Secondary School to suspend summer classes for seven days starting tomorrow to stop the possible spread of human swine influenza (Influenza A H1N1).

The advice was made following the report of 17 Form IV students, four Form II students and a staff who developed influenza like illness symptoms since July 24.

Their ages range between 14 and 54. All of them are in stable condition and no hospitalisation is required. Among them, two Form IV students were confirmed to have infected with human swine influenza. The department advised the school to suspend summer classes and to carry out thorough disinfection. Investigations into the case are ongoing.

The department provided health advice to the school and put the students of the summer class concerned under medical surveillance.

The spokesman called on parents to pay attention to the health condition of their children, and to remind them to observe good personal and environmental hygiene.
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Hong Kong: HA update on Designated Flu Clinic and admitted human swine influenza patients (7/31/09)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

Regarding the services of the eight Designated Flu Clinics (DFCs) and the confirmed human swine influenza patients admitted to public hospitals, the Hospital Authority (HA) spokesman provided the following updates today (July 31):

The Designated Flu Clinics today (as at 5pm) provide treatment to a total of 798 patients.

The HA spokesman reminded the public that the eight DFCs have ceased the provision of general outpatient services.

Patients with other illnesses are advised to seek medical treatment at other general outpatient clinics in the district or private practitioners.

Chronic patients who have been pre-scheduled for follow up at the eight DFCs should proceed to their corresponding clinics with drug refill service according to their date of original appointment and bring along the appointment slip and Identity Card.

As at 2.30pm today, there were 214 newly confirmed cases of human swine influenza in the past 24 hours.

This brings to 3,673 the total number of confirmed human swine influenza cases in Hong Kong.

Currently, a total of 46 confirmed cases are staying in public hospitals for treatment.

Among them, 41 cases are in stable condition, two in serious (including a 48-year-old female patient of Queen Elizabeth Hospital, who was reported earlier in critical condition) and three in critical condition.

Furthermore, the newly confirmed cases announced today including nine public hospital staff members - three female nurses of Queen Mary Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital and Castle Peak Hospital; a male and female clerical staff of Prince of Wales Hospital and Pamela Youde Nethersole Hospital; a male and female supporting staff of Shatin Cheshire Home and Kwong Wah Hospital; a male doctor of Queen Mary Hospital and a male allied health staff of Caritas Medical Centre.

Except the female supporting staff of Kwong Wah Hospital, others are prescribed with Tamiflu.

They are now under isolation at home, all in stable condition.

So far there were 64 HA staff members being confirmed as human swine influenza.

Among them, 36 have already recovered and returned to work.
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