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The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:
The spokesperson for Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) made the following announcement today (September 2):
Three patients (aged 49 to 74) in a female infirmary ward at Lai King Building have presented with respiratory symptoms since 28 August. Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and their test results were positive to Influenza A. The patients concerned have been cohorted and are in a stable condition.
Infection control measures have already been stepped up according to established guidelines. All other patients in the ward are under close surveillance.
The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow up.
Ends/Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Issued at HKT 19:28
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