The Health Bureau (SSM) received reports of separate influenza-like illness clusters at three local schools on Wednesday, according to a statement issued on the same day.
The first cluster was reported at Lou Hau High School on Rua Dois do Bairro da Concórdia, involving six students, comprising four males and two females from a Form 3 class. The second cluster was identified at St. Joseph Parish Secondary School (English School) No. 5 on Rua de Lei Pou Chon, affecting twelve P3 students consisting of six males and six females. The third cluster involves five K1 students including three males and two females, at Pui Va Middle School Affiliated Primary School and Kindergarten on Rua do Minho.
The statement said that the students across all three schools began showing symptoms, including fever and cough, from October 19 onwards. While some of those affected have sought medical treatment, their conditions are relatively mild, with no severe cases or complications. The statement confirmed that nine students from the combined clusters tested positive for Influenza A.
In response, the statement noted that the respective schools have implemented enhanced infection control measures, including thorough cleaning and disinfection, apart from enforcing isolation protocols for sick individuals. The Health Bureau also reiterated standard public health advice, urging residents to get vaccinated, maintain good personal hygiene, and stay home and seek medical attention when feeling unwell.
This negative stained transmission electron micrograph (TEM) downloaded from Wikipedia last night shows the influenza virus.
