Update on cluster of parainfluenza cases at Tuen Mun Hospital

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     Regarding an earlier announcement on a cluster of patients infected with parainfluenza virus in a special care baby unit, the spokesperson for Tuen Mun Hospital made the following update today (March 31):

     One more baby, a 10-month-old female, presented with fever. Appropriate tests were arranged for the patient and the result was positive to parainfluenza virus. The patient is being treated in isolation and in 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 case has been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow-up.