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2013

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CHP closely monitors a human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Taiwan 31-Dec-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 31-Dec-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 31-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H9N2) 31-Dec-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 30-Dec-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 30-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on confirmed human case of influenza A(H9N2) 30-Dec-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 28-Dec-2013
Case of severe paediatric influenza B infection complicated by invasive pneumococcal disease under CHP investigation 28-Dec-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 27-Dec-2013
Cold weather precautions urged 27-Dec-2013
DH releases Oral Health Survey Report 2011 27-Dec-2013
Suspected poisoning case related to medicinal plants under investigation 25-Dec-2013
Public urged not to use unsafe cosmetic cream 23-Dec-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 23-Dec-2013
Recall of proprietary Chinese medicine tainted by Western drug 20-Dec-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 20-Dec-2013
Results of Hong Kong Chinese Materia Medica Standards (Phase VI) announced 20-Dec-2013
CHP notified by Guangdong HFPC of human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Shenzhen 19-Dec-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 19-Dec-2013
Notification of confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 18-Dec-2013
Healthy feeding of infants and young children 18-Dec-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 18-Dec-2013
Suspected case of food poisoning under CHP investigation 17-Dec-2013
CHP notified by NHFPC of human fatal case of avian influenza A(H10N8) in Jiangxi 17-Dec-2013
Recall of Dexasan-C Eye Drops 17-Dec-2013
Cold weather precautions urged 17-Dec-2013
Notification of confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 16-Dec-2013
Notification of confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 15-Dec-2013
Cold weather precautions urged 14-Dec-2013
Recall of proprietary Chinese medicine exceeding bacterial limit 13-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on two confirmed human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) 13-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on two confirmed human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) 12-Dec-2013
CHP's update on suspected food poisoning clusters in Happy Valley 12-Dec-2013
Outbreak of acute gastroenteritis in primary school under CHP investigation 12-Dec-2013
Childhood Vaccination Subsidy Scheme (PCV13 booster) to start this Friday 11-Dec-2013
CHP's response to media enquiries on notification from Guangdong HFPC 11-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on two confirmed human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) 11-Dec-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 11-Dec-2013
Upper respiratory tract infection outbreak under CHP investigation 11-Dec-2013
Suspected case of food poisoning under CHP investigation 10-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on two confirmed human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) 10-Dec-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 10-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on two confirmed human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) 9-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on second confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) 8-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on second confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) 7-Dec-2013
Second confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Hong Kong under CHP investigation 6-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) 5-Dec-2013
Safety alert on Philips HeartStart FRx and HeartStart HS1 automated external defibrillators 4-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) 4-Dec-2013
Epidemiological investigation and follow-up actions by CHP on confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) 3-Dec-2013
Batch recall of B Braun Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% Infusion 3-Dec-2013
Three additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 3-Dec-2013
Case of Vibrio vulnificus infection under CHP investigation 2-Dec-2013
Deregistration of pharmaceutical products containing combination of corticosteroid and NSAID to take effect from January 1, 2014 2-Dec-2013
Vigilance and support urged on World AIDS Day 30-Nov-2013
Childhood 13-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Booster Vaccination Programme to start 29-Nov-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 29-Nov-2013
Further recall of FreeStyle and FreeStyle Lite blood glucose test strips 28-Nov-2013
Additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Zhejiang notified by NHFPC 28-Nov-2013
Cold weather precautions urged 27-Nov-2013
Outbreak of acute gastroenteritis in primary school under CHP investigation 27-Nov-2013
Case of Vibrio vulnificus infection under CHP investigation 27-Nov-2013
Three additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 27-Nov-2013
Suspected food poisoning case under CHP investigation 26-Nov-2013
Further recall of selected lots of FreeStyle Lite blood glucose test strips 26-Nov-2013
HIV/AIDS situation in third quarter of 2013 26-Nov-2013
Joint meeting of CHP Scientific Committee and Working Group to follow up on recent fatal cases of invasive pneumococcal disease 25-Nov-2013
Recall of certain lots of FreeStyle and FreeStyle Lite blood glucose test strips 25-Nov-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 25-Nov-2013
Centralised Organ Donation Register celebrates fifth anniversary 23-Nov-2013
Fatal case of invasive pneumococcal infection under CHP investigation 22-Nov-2013
Public urged not to use unsafe cosmetic cream 21-Nov-2013
Safety alert on three Sorin pacemakers 20-Nov-2013
Safety alert over Lenscare SH-System Monatslinsen monthly contact lenses 19-Nov-2013
Fatal case of invasive pneumococcal infection investigated 19-Nov-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 19-Nov-2013
Case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection investigated 18-Nov-2013
Antibiotic Awareness Day calls for prudent use of antibiotics 17-Nov-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 16-Nov-2013
Retail shop raided for suspected illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical products with controlled drug ingredients 15-Nov-2013
Vigilance and prevention against diabetes urged on World Diabetes Day 14-Nov-2013
WHO Western Pacific Regional meeting in HK to address harmful use of alcohol by young people 12-Nov-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 12-Nov-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 11-Nov-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 11-Nov-2013
Case of NDM-5 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 8-Nov-2013
Consensus reached at tripartite meeting on communicable diseases 8-Nov-2013
Imported case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 7-Nov-2013
Man arrested for suspected illegal sale of slimming product with controlled ingredient on the Internet 7-Nov-2013
Outbreak of acute gastroenteritis in kindergarten under CHP investigation 7-Nov-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 6-Nov-2013
Additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Zhejiang notified by NHFPC 6-Nov-2013
Notification of confirmed human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 5-Nov-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 5-Nov-2013
Confirmed case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 4-Nov-2013
Imported case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection under CHP investigation 4-Nov-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 4-Nov-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 1-Nov-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 1-Nov-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 31-Oct-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting Tobacco Control Inspector 31-Oct-2013
Training Workshop on Quality Control of Herbal Medicines held in Hong Kong 31-Oct-2013
Case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection investigated 30-Oct-2013
Government Vaccination Programme 2013/14 to start this Friday 30-Oct-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 30-Oct-2013
Woman arrested for suspected illegal sale of Part I poison on the Internet 28-Oct-2013
Outbreak of acute gastroenteritis in kindergarten under CHP investigation 28-Oct-2013
Puffer fish poisoning cluster under CHP investigation 28-Oct-2013
Case of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 infection under CHP investigation 25-Oct-2013
Five additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 25-Oct-2013
Additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Zhejiang verified by NHFPC 23-Oct-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease in a school under CHP investigation 23-Oct-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 22-Oct-2013
Outbreak of red-eye syndrome at RCHE under CHP investigation 21-Oct-2013
Case of aconitum alkaloid poisoning under DH investigation 19-Oct-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 18-Oct-2013
Public urged not to use unsafe cosmetic cream 18-Oct-2013
Imported cases of dengue fever under CHP investigation 17-Oct-2013
Tourist with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 16-Oct-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 16-Oct-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 16-Oct-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 16-Oct-2013
CHP advised secondary school with HFMD outbreak to suspend classes 15-Oct-2013
Tourist from Middle East with respiratory symptoms tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 15-Oct-2013
Notification of additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Zhejiang 15-Oct-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 15-Oct-2013
Three cases of invasive pneumococcal infection investigated 12-Oct-2013
Case of severe paediatric influenza A infection under CHP investigation 11-Oct-2013
Additional confirmed case of cholera under CHP investigation 11-Oct-2013
Suspension of AIDS hotline service 11-Oct-2013
Confirmed case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 10-Oct-2013
Puffer fish poisoning cluster under CHP investigation 10-Oct-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 10-Oct-2013
Confirmed cholera case under CHP investigation 9-Oct-2013
Public urged not to buy or use oral product labelled as OxyELITE Pro 9-Oct-2013
CHP investigates two cases of Legionnaires' disease 9-Oct-2013
Two patients with respiratory symptoms and travel history test negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 8-Oct-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 7-Oct-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 6-Oct-2013
CHP investigates two cases of Legionnaires' disease 5-Oct-2013
Six additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 5-Oct-2013
CHP investigating two suspected food poisoning clusters 2-Oct-2013
Food poisoning case related to wild mushrooms 2-Oct-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting tobacco control inspector 30-Sep-2013
Vaccination Programmes 2013/14 to start soon 25-Sep-2013
Man arrested for illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product with suspected controlled Western drug ingredients 24-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 24-Sep-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease in kindergarten cum child care centre under CHP investigation 24-Sep-2013
Announcement of results of Registration Examination for Pharmacists 23-Sep-2013
All DH clinics to resume normal service 23-Sep-2013
DH Methadone Clinics open 23-Sep-2013
DH Methadone Clinics open 22-Sep-2013
Eighteen additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 21-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 18-Sep-2013
Upper respiratory tract infection outbreak under CHP investigation 17-Sep-2013
CHP investigating two suspected food poisoning clusters 17-Sep-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting tobacco control inspectors 16-Sep-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 16-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 15-Sep-2013
Public urged not to use cosmetic product with undeclared Western drug ingredient 13-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 13-Sep-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 13-Sep-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 12-Sep-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 11-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 11-Sep-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 11-Sep-2013
Case of NDM-4 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 9-Sep-2013
Two linked imported cases of dengue fever investigated 9-Sep-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 6-Sep-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 7-Sep-2013
Case of severe paediatric influenza A infection under CHP investigation 6-Sep-2013
2014 Chinese Medicine Practitioners Licensing Examination 6-Sep-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 5-Sep-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 5-Sep-2013
Imported case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 4-Sep-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 4-Sep-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 3-Sep-2013
Case of invasive meningococcal infection under CHP investigation 2-Sep-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 31-Aug-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting Tobacco Control Inspector 30-Aug-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 30-Aug-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 30-Aug-2013
Less risk with early diagnosis and management of HIV 29-Aug-2013
Eight additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 29-Aug-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 27-Aug-2013
HIV/AIDS situation in second quarter of 2013 27-Aug-2013
Suspected food poisoning case under CHP investigation 26-Aug-2013
Vigilance against communicable diseases in new school year 26-Aug-2013
Scientific Committee on Emerging and Zoonotic Diseases meets to update on Middle East Respiratory Syndrome 26-Aug-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 26-Aug-2013
Patient with respiratory symptoms and travel history under CHP investigation 25-Aug-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 23-Aug-2013
CHP investigates influenza-like illness outbreak 23-Aug-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 22-Aug-2013
CHP investigates influenza-like illness outbreak 22-Aug-2013
CHP investigating two suspected food poisoning clusters 21-Aug-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 20-Aug-2013
Update on suspected food poisoning cases at Mong Kok restaurant 19-Aug-2013
Case of community-associated MRSA infection under CHP investigation 16-Aug-2013
CHP investigating three suspected food poisoning clusters 16-Aug-2013
Cluster of suspected mad honey poisoning under CHP investigation 16-Aug-2013
Further recall of mercury-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 16-Aug-2013
All DH clinics to resume normal service 14-Aug-2013
DH Methadone Clinics open 14-Aug-2013
CHP investigating a case of Legionnaires' disease 13-Aug-2013
Further recall of lead-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 12-Aug-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 12-Aug-2013
Confirmation of suspected human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 10-Aug-2013
Notification of suspected human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Guangdong 9-Aug-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 9-Aug-2013
Case of invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b infection investigated 8-Aug-2013
CHP advises kindergarten cum child care centre with HFMD outbreak to suspend classes 8-Aug-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 7-Aug-2013
Public urged not to use unsafe cosmetic cream 6-Aug-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease in kindergarten cum child care centre under CHP investigation 5-Aug-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn urged during very hot weather 5-Aug-2013
Recall of mercury-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 2-Aug-2013
Three additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 2-Aug-2013
Case of invasive meningococcal infection under CHP investigation 1-Aug-2013
Recall of lead-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 1-Aug-2013
Batch recall of Apo-Gliclazide tablet 80mg 1-Aug-2013
Two outbreaks of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 31-Jul-2013
CHP investigating influenza-like illness outbreak 31-Jul-2013
Recall of Nova Max Glucose Test Strips 30-Jul-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 30-Jul-2013
Scientific Committee recommends seasonal influenza vaccination for 2013/14 season 29-Jul-2013
DH announces list of service providers for Elderly Health Assessment Pilot Programme 26-Jul-2013
Update on CHP's investigation into suspected case of Japanese encephalitis 25-Jul-2013
Case of invasive meningococcal infection under CHP investigation 25-Jul-2013
Local influenza activity closely monitored by DH 22-Jul-2013
Suspected case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 22-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 22-Jul-2013
Additional two overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 22-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 21-Jul-2013
Additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Hebei notified by NHFPC 20-Jul-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 20-Jul-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting tobacco control inspectors 19-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 19-Jul-2013
Additional six overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 19-Jul-2013
Additional case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 18-Jul-2013
Fever patient tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 18-Jul-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 18-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 18-Jul-2013
Increase in respiratory viral infections cautioned 17-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 17-Jul-2013
Two cases of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 16-Jul-2013
Case of severe paediatric EV infection with meningitis complications under CHP investigation 16-Jul-2013
Case of Japanese encephalitis under CHP investigation 16-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 16-Jul-2013
Diarrhoea patients with travel history test negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 16-Jul-2013
Case of severe paediatric EV infection with meningitis complications under CHP investigation 15-Jul-2013
Diarrhoea patient with travel history under CHP investigation 15-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 15-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 14-Jul-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 14-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 13-Jul-2013
Total Recall of three pharmaceutical products 12-Jul-2013
Cluster of two CA-MRSA cases under CHP investigation 12-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 12-Jul-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 12-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 11-Jul-2013
Woman arrested for suspected illegal sale of slimming products with banned drug ingredient on the Internet 11-Jul-2013
Public urged to stay vigilant against hand, foot and mouth disease and enterovirus 71 infection during peak season 10-Jul-2013
Total recall of Triloxane-V Suspension 10-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 10-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 9-Jul-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn under very hot weather urged 9-Jul-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 8-Jul-2013
Additional overseas case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 8-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 8-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 8-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 7-Jul-2013
Safety alert on GE Healthcare nuclear medicine systems 6-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 8-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 8-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 6-Jul-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 6-Jul-2013
Working Group on Differentiation between Medical Procedures and Beauty Services concludes its discussion at today's meeting 5-Jul-2013
Additional lookback case of human infection of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 5-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 5-Jul-2013
Case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection with meningitis complications investigated 4-Jul-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 4-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 4-Jul-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn under very hot weather urged 4-Jul-2013
Another outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CsHP investigation 3-Jul-2013
Over 200 schools participate in EatSmart School Accreditation Scheme 3-Jul-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 3-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 3-Jul-2013
Upper respiratory tract infection outbreak under CHP investigation 2-Jul-2013
Batch recall of Thymoglobuline for IV Injection 25mg/5ml 2-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 2-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 1-Jul-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 1-Jul-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 30-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 30-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 29-Jun-2013
Man arrested for suspected illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical products on the Internet 28-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 28-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 28-Jun-2013
DH urges travellers to take precautions against dengue fever 28-Jun-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn under very hot weather urged 28-Jun-2013
Update on CHP's investigation into case of Legionnaires' Disease 27-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 27-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 27-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 27-Jun-2013
Seven additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 26-Jun-2013
Man sentenced for assaulting tobacco control inspector 26-Jun-2013
Public urged not to buy or consume slimming product with undeclared and banned western drug ingredients 26-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 26-Jun-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 25-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 25-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 24-Jun-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 24-Jun-2013
Two linked imported cases of dengue fever under CHP investigation 24-Jun-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 24-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 23-Jun-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closelymonitored by DH 23-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 22-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 21-Jun-2013
CHP received notification of a human case of avian influenza A(H6N1) from Taiwan 21-Jun-2013
Two linked imported cases of dengue fever under CHP investigation 21-Jun-2013
Latest update on DH's follow-up action on an oral product 20-Jun-2013
Case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection with meningitis complications investigated 20-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 20-Jun-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 19-Jun-2013
Another fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 19-Jun-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 19-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 19-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 19-Jun-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn under very hot weather urged 19-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 18-Jun-2013
Public urged not to buy or use oral product with undeclared and banned Western drug ingredients 18-Jun-2013
Batch recall of Ambisome for Injection 50mg 18-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 18-Jun-2013
Three additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 18-Jun-2013
Case of NDM-7 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 17-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 17-Jun-2013
Case of community-associated MRSA infection under CHP investigation 17-Jun-2013
Public consultation on draft of Recommended Guidelines for HIV Infection and Health Care Workers 17-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 16-Jun-2013
Three additional overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 16-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 15-Jun-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 13-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 14-Jun-2013
Additional three overseas cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome closely monitored by DH 13-Jun-2013
Suspension of AIDS hotline service 14-Jun-2013
DH urges travellers to take precautions against dengue fever 13-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 13-Jun-2013
Case of NDM-4 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 13-Jun-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease at nursery school under CHP investigation 13-Jun-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease at residential child care centre under CHP investigation 13-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 12-Jun-2013
Case of fever with travel history tests negative for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 12-Jun-2013
Fever patient with travel history under CHP investigation 11-Jun-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 11-Jun-2013
Statutory notification of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome 11-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 11-Jun-2013
CHP investigates suspected ciguatoxin poisoning case 10-Jun-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 10-Jun-2013
Case of death related to aconitum alkaloid poisoning under DH investigation 10-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 10-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 9-Jun-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 8-Jun-2013
Tourist from Middle East tests negative for novel coronavirus 8-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 8-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 7-Jun-2013
Clarification on press release on health product with doubtful composition 7-Jun-2013
Public urged not to buy or use slimming products with undeclared and banned Western drug ingredients 7-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 6-Jun-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 6-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 5-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 4-Jun-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 4-Jun-2013
Recall two batches of APO-K Slow-Release tablet 600 mg 4-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 3-Jun-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 2-Jun-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 2-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 2-Jun-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 1-Jun-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 1-Jun-2013
Suspected illegal possession of Part I poison by registered Chinese medicine practitioner 31-May-2013
DH investigates confirmed case of solanaceous alkaloid poisoning 31-May-2013
Suspected case of aconitum alkaloid poisoning under DH investigation 31-May-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 31-May-2013
Patient with travel history tests negative for novel coronavirus 31-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 31-May-2013
Public urged not to buy or use oral product with undeclared Western drug ingredient 31-May-2013
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease under CHP investigation 30-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 30-May-2013
Support World No Tobacco Day 2013 30-May-2013
Influenza activity in Hong Kong back to baseline level 30-May-2013
Five additional overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 30-May-2013
Preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn under very hot weather urged 30-May-2013
Woman arrested for suspected illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product with controlled drug ingredients on the Internet 29-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 29-May-2013
Additional human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in Beijing verified with NHFPC 29-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 28-May-2013
DH promotes healthy lifestyles in the community 28-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 28-May-2013
HIV/AIDS situation in first quarter of 2013 28-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 27-May-2013
Leptospirosis case under investigation 27-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 27-May-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for novel coronavirus 27-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 26-May-2013
CHP investigates confirmed case of severe paediatric influenza A infection 25-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 25-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in the Mainland 24-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 24-May-2013
Public reminded to prevent E. coli O157:H7 infection 24-May-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 24-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) on Mainland 23-May-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 23-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 23-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 23-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in the Mainland 22-May-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 22-May-2013
Retail shop raided for suspected illegal sale and possession of unregistered pharmaceutical products 22-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 22-May-2013
All DH clinics to resume normal service 22-May-2013
DH Methadone Clinics remain open 22-May-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 21-May-2013
Case of invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b infection investigated 21-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 21-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in the Mainland 20-May-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 20-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 20-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 20-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 19-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A (H7) notified 19-May-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 19-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 18-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 18-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 17-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 17-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 16-May-2013
Public urged not to buy or use slimming products with undeclared and banned drug ingredients 16-May-2013
Case of severe paediatric influenza B infection under CHP investigation 16-May-2013
Two additional overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 16-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 15-May-2013
Woman arrested for suspected illegal sale of slimming product with banned drug ingredients on the Internet 15-May-2013
Four additional overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 15-May-2013
EV71 case with meningitis complication investigated 15-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 15-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 15-May-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for novel coronavirus 15-May-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 15-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 14-May-2013
Alert on Phenytoin 100mg tablet (HK-43080) 14-May-2013
Public urged to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease 14-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 14-May-2013
Two linked imported cases of dengue fever investigated 14-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 14-May-2013
DH and HA meet to review latest global situation of novel coronavirus infection 13-May-2013
Further recall of two proprietary Chinese medicines with failed microbial limit 13-May-2013
Retail shop raided for suspected illegal sale and possession of unregistered pharmaceutical products 13-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 13-May-2013
Fever patient with travel history tested negative for novel coronavirus 12-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 12-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 12-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in the Mainland 11-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 11-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 10-May-2013
Recall of mislabelled Chinese herbal medicine 10-May-2013
Two overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 10-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A(H7N9) in the Mainland 9-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 9-May-2013
Recall of proprietary Chinese medicines with failed microbial limit 9-May-2013
A healthy Mother's Day gift 9-May-2013
Hong Kong enters peak season of hand, foot and mouth disease and enterovirus 71 infection 9-May-2013
Woman arrested for suspected illegal sale of slimming product with banned drug ingredients on the Internet 9-May-2013
Additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 9-May-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 8-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 8-May-2013
One more human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 7-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 7-May-2013
Recall of mercury-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 7-May-2013
Three overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 7-May-2013
Additional lookback case of human infection of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 6-May-2013
Case of high blood lead level under DH investigation 6-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 6-May-2013
Director of Health visits Guangdong 6-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 5-May-2013
One more human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 5-May-2013
Three overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 4-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 4-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 4-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 3-May-2013
Recall of Benzo-Jel Topical Anesthetic Gel 3-May-2013
Safety alert on CoaguChek blood coagulation testing devices 3-May-2013
Recall of one batch of Weelgac-S Syrup 3-May-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 3-May-2013
Seven overseas cases of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus closely monitored by DH 3-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 3-May-2013
Deregistration of pharmaceutical products containing combination of corticosteroid and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug 2-May-2013
Man arrested for illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product with controlled drug ingredient on the Internet 2-May-2013
No new human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) in the Mainland 2-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 2-May-2013
One more human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 1-May-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 1-May-2013
One more human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 30-Apr-2013
Scientific Committee on Emerging and Zoonotic Diseases meets on risk assessment and local response to human infection of avian influenza A(H7N9) virus 30-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 30-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 29-Apr-2013
One more human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 29-Apr-2013
Upper respiratory tract infection outbreak under CHP investigation 29-Apr-2013
Four more human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 28-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 28-Apr-2013
Two more human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 27-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 27-Apr-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 26-Apr-2013
Seven more human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 26-Apr-2013
Recall of improperly labelled proprietary Chinese medicine 26-Apr-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 26-Apr-2013
Vaccines suspected to have been exposed to adverse temperatures at FPA under DH investigation 26-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 26-Apr-2013
Fever patient with travel history tests negative for novel coronavirus 26-Apr-2013
Case of Streptococcus suis infection under CHP investigation 25-Apr-2013
Three more human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 25-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 25-Apr-2013
Case of necrotising fasciitis under CHP investigation 25-Apr-2013
Update on human case of avian influenza A (H7N9) 24-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 24-Apr-2013
Fourth WHO Working Group Meeting on Traditional Medicine Strategy held in Hong Kong 24-Apr-2013
Four more human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 23-Apr-2013
Recall of PTS Panels Glucose Test Strips 23-Apr-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products 23-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 23-Apr-2013
Three more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 22-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified to CHP 22-Apr-2013
Five more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 21-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 21-Apr-2013
Five more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 20-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 20-Apr-2013
Four more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 19-Apr-2013
Man arrested for illegal sale of unlabelled slimming products with banned substances on the Internet 19-Apr-2013
DH discusses enhancement of quarantine measures at boundary control points with Mainland authorities 19-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 19-Apr-2013
Five more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 18-Apr-2013
Public urged not to use slimming products with undeclared and banned Western drug ingredient 18-Apr-2013
Total recall of A-Lices Scalp Hygiene Shampoo 1% 18-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 18-Apr-2013
Case of severe paediatric influenza A infection under CHP investigation 18-Apr-2013
Eleven more human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) verified by NHFPC 17-Apr-2013
Public urged not to consume an oral product containing undeclared Western drug ingredients 17-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of avian influenza A(H7) notified 17-Apr-2013
Public urged not to buy or use slimming products with undeclared and banned drug ingredients 17-Apr-2013
Eight more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 16-Apr-2013
Inspection and quarantine measures strengthened at BCPs in Shenzhen and Hong Kong 16-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 16-Apr-2013
Fatal case of invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b infection investigated 16-Apr-2013
Three more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 15-Apr-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 15-Apr-2013
Total recall of pharmaceutical products manufactured by Celogen Pharma Pvt Ltd 15-Apr-2013
Retail shop raided for illegal possession of unregistered pharmaceutical products 15-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 15-Apr-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 15-Apr-2013
Pharmacy raided for illegal sale of prescription medicine 15-Apr-2013
Eleven more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 14-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 14-Apr-2013
Six more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 13-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 13-Apr-2013
Five more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 12-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 12-Apr-2013
Woman arrested for illegal sale of slimming product with banned drug ingredients on the Internet 12-Apr-2013
Public urged not to buy or use Steelman Capsules 2 with undeclared and controlled ingredient 11-Apr-2013
Suspected illegal possession of unregistered proprietary Chinese medicines and sale of Part I poison by a registered Chinese medicine practitioner 11-Apr-2013
Five more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 11-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 11-Apr-2013
Fever patient tested negative for novel coronavirus 10-Apr-2013
Safety alert on an automated peritoneal dialysis system 10-Apr-2013
Two more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 10-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 10-Apr-2013
Case of NDM-5 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 10-Apr-2013
Three more human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) verified by NHFPC 10-Apr-2013
Four human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) in Shanghai and Zhejiang verified by NHFPC 9-Apr-2013
Update on number of suspected human cases of Influenza A (H7) notified to CHP 9-Apr-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 9-Apr-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical product 9-Apr-2013
Fatal case with travel history to KSA tested negative for novel coronavirus 9-Apr-2013
Fever patient with travel history tested negative for Influenza A (H7) 8-Apr-2013
Three human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) in Shanghai and Jiangsu verified by NHFPC 8-Apr-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 8-Apr-2013
Notification of one more human case of Influenza A (H7N9) in Anhui 7-Apr-2013
Two human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) in Shanghai verified by NHFPC 7-Apr-2013
Case with fever and travel history tested negative for Influenza A (H7) 7-Apr-2013
Two human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) in Shanghai verified by NHFPC 6-Apr-2013
Two food poisoning cases related to wild mushrooms 6-Apr-2013
Fever patient with travel history and poultry exposure tested negative for H7 5-Apr-2013
Fever patient with travel history and poultry exposure under CHP investigation 5-Apr-2013
Total recall of Celonol 50 Tablets 5-Apr-2013
To support Joyful Fruit Month, prize-winning restaurants serve awarded dishes of Fruity Recipe Competition 5-Apr-2013
Case of fever with travel history tested negative for novel coronavirus 5-Apr-2013
Notification of three more human cases of H7N9 in Shanghai 4-Apr-2013
Notification of two human cases of H7N9 in Zhejiang and Shanghai 4-Apr-2013
Case of fever with travel history under investigation 4-Apr-2013
CHP investigates suspected ciguatoxin poisoning case 3-Apr-2013
Four human cases of Influenza A (H7N9) in Jiangsu verified by NHFPC 2-Apr-2013
Suspected illegal possession of Part I poisons and antibiotics by a Chinese medicine practitioner 2-Apr-2013
Cluster of hypoglycemia cases under DH investigation 2-Apr-2013
Concerted efforts in enhancing surveillance and control measures for Influenza A (H7N9) 2-Apr-2013
Hypertension is preventable and treatable 2-Apr-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 2-Apr-2013
DH closely monitors confirmed human cases of H7N9 in the Mainland 1-Apr-2013
Notification of three human cases of H7N9 in Shanghai and Anhui 31-Mar-2013
Case of fever with travel history tested negative for Novel Coronavirus 30-Mar-2013
Case of fever with travel history under investigation 29-Mar-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products with controlled drug ingredient 28-Mar-2013
Suspension of enquiry hotline service of Chinese Medicine Division under Department of Health 28-Mar-2013
DH closely monitors additional fatal overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 27-Mar-2013
Recall of Multiload Radiopaque Cu375 intrauterine contraceptive devices 26-Mar-2013
DH joins Ocean Park to promote fruit eating in Joyful Fruit Month this April 26-Mar-2013
Public urged not to buy or use slimming products with banned drug ingredients 26-Mar-2013
Fever patient tested negative for novel coronavirus 24-Mar-2013
Holistic approach to tuberculosis control 24-Mar-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 24-Mar-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products 22-Mar-2013
Safety alert on two automated external defibrillators 22-Mar-2013
Public urged not to use unsafe cosmetic cream 22-Mar-2013
Warning on oral product containing undeclared Western drug ingredients 21-Mar-2013
CHP investigates necrotising fasciitis case 19-Mar-2013
Applications invited for participation in Elderly Health Assessment Pilot Programme 18-Mar-2013
Upper respiratory tract infection outbreak under CHP investigation 15-Mar-2013
Two cases of fever with travel history tested negative for novel coronavirus 14-Mar-2013
Fatal case of community-associated MRSA 14-Mar-2013
Public urged not to buy or consume unregistered pharmaceutical products 13-Mar-2013
Public urged not to buy or use slimming products with banned drug ingredients 13-Mar-2013
Public urged to be vigilant against upper respiratory tract infection 13-Mar-2013
Pharmacy raided for suspected illegal sale of antibiotic 13-Mar-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas fatal case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 13-Mar-2013
Case of fever with travel history to KSA tested negative for novel coronavirus 10-Mar-2013
A case of Streptococcus suis infection under investigation 9-Mar-2013
Case of fever with travel history to KSA under investigation 9-Mar-2013
Announcement of results of Registration Examination for Pharmacists 8-Mar-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 8-Mar-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products 7-Mar-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas fatal case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 7-Mar-2013
Public urged to be vigilant against upper respiratory tract infection 6-Mar-2013
Local HIV/AIDS situation in 2012 reviewed 6-Mar-2013
Recall of western-drug-tainted proprietary Chinese medicine 5-Mar-2013
Fever patient tested negative for novel coronavirus 4-Mar-2013
Case of severe paediatric enterovirus infection with meningitis complications investigated 2-Mar-2013
Batch recall of Honey Child Cough Syrup 1-Mar-2013
Case of severe paediatric Influenza A infection under CHP investigation 28-Feb-2013
Warning on oral product containing undeclared Western drug ingredients 28-Feb-2013
Retail shop raided for suspected illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product with controlled drug ingredients 27-Feb-2013
Fever patient tests negative for novel coronavirus 27-Feb-2013
Pharmacy raided for illegal sale of antibiotic 27-Feb-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 26-Feb-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 26-Feb-2013
Chickenpox vaccine recommended for Childhood Immunisation Programme 25-Feb-2013
Fever patient tested negative for novel coronavirus 23-Feb-2013
Recall of proprietary Chinese medicines with failed microbial limit 22-Feb-2013
Batch recall of Simvastatin-Teva 10mg Tablets 22-Feb-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas fatal case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 22-Feb-2013
Four unregistered proprietary Chinese medicines recalled 22-Feb-2013
Concerted effort in enhancing surveillance and control measures for novel coronavirus 21-Feb-2013
Recall of Restylane SubQ Lidocaine 2ml dermal filler 21-Feb-2013
Pharmacy raided for illegal sale of prescription medicine 21-Feb-2013
Case of severe paediatric Influenza A infection under CHP investigation 20-Feb-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 20-Feb-2013
No human infection with novel coronavirus identified so far in Hong Kong 20-Feb-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products with controlled drug ingredients 19-Feb-2013
Suspected food poisoning cluster under CHP investigation 18-Feb-2013
Batch recall of Fensinemix cough syrup 18-Feb-2013
Suspected imported food poisoning case under CHP investigation 18-Feb-2013
Case of severe paediatric Influenza A infection under CHP investigation 18-Feb-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 16-Feb-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 16-Feb-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 15-Feb-2013
CHP investigates acute gastroenteritis outbreak at elderly home 14-Feb-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 13-Feb-2013
DH closely monitors additional overseas case of Severe Respiratory Disease associated with Novel Coronavirus 12-Feb-2013
Suspected case of aconitum alkaloid poisoning under DH investigation 10-Feb-2013
Cold weather precautions urged 8-Feb-2013
Suspected superwarfarin poisoning case under CHP investigation 8-Feb-2013
Suspected superwarfarin poisoning case under CHP investigation 6-Feb-2013
Pharmacy raided for illegal sale of antibiotic 6-Feb-2013
Recall of proprietary Chinese medicines with undeclared aconitum alkaloids 5-Feb-2013
Hong Kong is entering winter influenza season 4-Feb-2013
Case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 1-Feb-2013
Public urged not to buy or consume slimming product of unknown composition 1-Feb-2013
Joint statement on recommendations to parents on formula milk feeding of young children by DH and five health-care professional bodiesn 1-Feb-2013
Public urged to be vigilant against upper respiratory tract infection 1-Feb-2013
CHP investigates confirmed case of severe paediatric influenza A infection 31-Jan-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products with controlled drug ingredient 31-Jan-2013
Medicine Company raided for illegal possession of unregistered pharmaceutical product with controlled drug ingredients 30-Jan-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 30-Jan-2013
Healthy tips for Chinese New Year 29-Jan-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 28-Jan-2013
DH investigating expired seasonal influenza vaccines administered by a private doctor 28-Jan-2013
Confirmed case of Listeriosis under CHP investigation 28-Jan-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 28-Jan-2013
TCO committed to enforcing smoking ban in statutory no smoking areas 28-Jan-2013
CHP confirms case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae 25-Jan-2013
Case of Legionnaires' disease under CHP investigation 25-Jan-2013
Woman arrested for illegal sale of slimming product with banned drug ingredients on the Internet 25-Jan-2013
Recall of unregistered proprietary Chinese medicines 25-Jan-2013
"Exercise Amber" tests government response to novel influenza outbreaks 25-Jan-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 23-Jan-2013
Companies raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical product 23-Jan-2013
CHP investigates confirmed case of severe paediatric influenza A infection 22-Jan-2013
CHP urges vigilance against community-associated MRSA 22-Jan-2013
Two suspected food poisoning clusters under CHP investigation 21-Jan-2013
Retail shop raided for offering for sale of products with controlled drug ingredient 21-Jan-2013
Total recall of Tredaptive (Extended Release Niacin/Laropiprant) 1g/20mg Tablet 21-Jan-2013
CHP confirms case of NDM-1 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae 18-Jan-2013
Warning on oral product containing undeclared Western drug ingredients 18-Jan-2013
Public urged to be vigilant against upper respiratory tract infection 18-Jan-2013
Public urged not to buy or consume slimming product of unknown composition and unregistered pharmaceutical products 17-Jan-2013
Recall of unregistered proprietary Chinese medicines 16-Jan-2013
Warning on oral product containing undeclared Western drug ingredients 16-Jan-2013
Case of NDM-4 Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae under CHP investigation 15-Jan-2013
Recall of selected lots of two brands of Acuvue contact lenses 15-Jan-2013
Influenza vaccination urged for target groups 14-Jan-2013
Suspected fatal paediatric case of pneumonia under CHP investigation 14-Jan-2013
Influenza-like illness outbreak under CHP investigation 14-Jan-2013
Retail shop raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products 14-Jan-2013
Retail shops raided for selling unregistered pharmaceutical products with controlled drug ingredient 11-Jan-2013
Suspension of AIDS hotline service 11-Jan-2013
Suspected food poisoning case under CHP investigation 10-Jan-2013
CHP closely monitoring global and local influenza activity 10-Jan-2013
Fatal paediatric case under CHP investigation 9-Jan-2013
Woman arrested for illegal Internet sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product with controlled drug ingredient 8-Jan-2013
Man arrested for illegal sale of unregistered pharmaceutical product on the Internet 7-Jan-2013
CHP investigates confirmed case of severe paediatric influenza A infection 5-Jan-2013
DH investigates a case of aconitum alkaloid poisoning 4-Jan-2013
Woman arrested for illegal sale of Part I poison on the Internet 3-Jan-2013
Recall of Chinese herbal medicine contaminated by solanaceous alkaloids 2-Jan-2013

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