4 February 2016
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (February 4) investigating an influenza-like illness outbreak at a primary school in Sha Tin affecting 21 students. The CHP reminded members of the public to maintain good personal and environmental hygiene to protect against influenza.
The affected students, comprising eight boys and 13 girls aged 6 to 10, had developed cough, sore throat and fever since January 28.
All affected students sought medical consultation and did not require hospitalisation. All are currently in stable condition.
Officers of the CHP visited the school and advised the management to adopt measures to prevent respiratory tract infection. The school has been put under medical surveillance.
The public should maintain good personal and environmental hygiene to protect against influenza and other respiratory illnesses:
The public may visit the CHP's pages below for more information: