Tag: Hong Kong
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Hong Kong Faces an Active Summer Flu Season Lasting Into November, Experts Warn
Summer flu season in Hong Kong remains unusually active Hong Kong is experiencing a notably intensified summer flu season, with health officials warning that the surge could extend into November. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, reported that the city recorded about 70 outbreaks weekly over the past month, far…
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Hong Kong Faces An Active Summer Flu Season: Experts Warn It Could Last Into November
Hong Kong’s unusually active summer flu season Hong Kong is facing a notably lively summer influenza period, with health officials reporting a higher rate of outbreaks than in the previous winter. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, noted that roughly 70 influenza outbreaks have been identified weekly over the past…
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Hong Kong Faces Active Summer Flu Season Likely to Last Into November, Experts Warn
Hong Kong’s unusually active summer flu season and what it means Hong Kong is experiencing a notably active summer flu season that health officials warn could extend into November. The surge in influenza activity is drawing attention from public health experts and underscoring the importance of vaccination and preventive measures as families and schools navigate…
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Hong Kong Urges Child Flu Vaccines After Teen’s Death
Context: A Tragic Reminder of Influenza Risks for Children A 13-year-old girl in Hong Kong has died after contracting influenza B, marking the first pediatric flu-related fatality in the city this year. The student, who attended TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College in Ma On Shan, had previously received the government’s 2024-2025 seasonal influenza vaccination but…
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Hong Kong Urges Child Flu Vaccination After 13-Year-Old’s Death
Hong Kong urges flu vaccination for children after tragic death Hong Kong health authorities are urging parents to vaccinate their children against seasonal influenza after a 13-year-old girl who had not received the current season’s flu jab died in hospital. The death marks the first paediatric influenza-related fatality in the city this year and has…
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Hong Kong Urges Children to Vaccinate as Flu Claims 13-Year-Old, Unvaccinated
Tragic case spotlights the seasonal flu threat A 13-year-old girl in Hong Kong has died after contracting influenza B, marking the first pediatric flu-related death in the city this season. The girl, previously healthy, developed fever, cough, sore throat, and a runny nose early in the week and deteriorated rapidly, collapsing at home before being…
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Tropical Storm Ragasa: Expected Impact on Hong Kong
Introduction to Tropical Storm Ragasa Tropical Storm Ragasa is garnering attention as it approaches Hong Kong, with projections indicating winds could reach an alarming 210km/h (130mph) on Wednesday. This anticipated speed surpasses the maximum winds experienced during Super Typhoon Hato in 2017, which clocked in at 185km/h. This article delves into the implications of Ragasa’s…
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Tropical Storm Ragasa: Hong Kong Braces for Super Typhoon Winds
Understanding Tropical Storm Ragasa Tropical Storm Ragasa is making headlines as it approaches Hong Kong, bringing with it an alarming forecast of gale force winds reaching up to 210km/h (130mph). This wind speed is set to surpass the maximum recorded during Super Typhoon Hato in 2017, which registered 185km/h. The Hong Kong Observatory has warned…
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BAN vs HK T20 Match Highlights and Full Scorecard
BAN vs HK T20 Match Overview The T20 match between Bangladesh (BAN) and Hong Kong (HK) unfolded thrillingly today, showcasing impressive performances from both teams. Ultimately, Bangladesh secured a convincing victory by 7 wickets, demonstrating their dominance in the shorter format of the game. Match Summary At the end of the match, the scorecard reflected…
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BAN vs HKG: Historic Match Preview and Player Highlights
Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh vs Hong Kong Match Overview The Asia Cup 2025 is heating up as Bangladesh takes on Hong Kong in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. This match marks the third game of the tournament, falling under Group B. Under the leadership of Liton Das, Bangladesh is looking to make a…