No reports under influenza surveillance arrangement
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    The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 19) 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 rests, reducing stress and avoiding smoking.

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

Ends/Saturday, April 19, 2008
Issued at HKT 14:19

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