7 Feb 2009
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health continued its investigation into an influenza-like illness (ILI) outbreak in a primary school in Mong Kok.
CHP followed up with parents of G.T. College (MongKok Campus) today (February 7) to update the situation of students developing ILI symptoms. So far 18 students were reported to have cough, sore throat and running nose. Their symptoms were mild and none of them required hospitalization.
A spokesman for CHP said that in view of emergence of more ILI cases, the school is advised to suspend Primary One to Primary Three classes for one week from February 9 for thorough disinfection.
"This is a measure to prevent further spreading of the diseases in the school," he said.
"CHP will closely monitor the situation. Parents are advised to pay attention to the health condition of their children, and to remind them to observe good personal and environmental hygiene."
More information on ILI is available on CHP's website (
http://www.chp.gov.hk
) or through the Central Health Education Hotline 2833 0111.