Five patients infected with type 1 flu virus in Siu Lam Hospital

(04-08 19:53)

Five patients, aged 33 to 56, in a male ward for the severe mentally handicapped had presented with respiratory symptoms since April 5, Siu Lam Hospital said today.
Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and their test results were positive for Parainfluenza Virus Type 1. The patients concerned are being treated under isolation and are in stable condition.
Admission to the ward has been suspended and restricted visiting has been imposed. Infection control measures have already been stepped up according to established guidelines. All other patients in the ward concerned are under close surveillance. http://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking_news_detail.asp?id=34498&icid=a&d_str=20130308