CHP announces one new confirmed melioidosis infection case over past week
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (August 2) said that one new confirmed melioidosis infection case had been recorded in the past week (July 25 to August 1).
The case involves a 58-year-old male with underlying illnesses who lives in Sham Shui Po. He developed a fever and a cough on July 22. He attended Caritas Medical Centre on July 24 and was admitted on the same day. He is in stable condition. His clinical sample was confirmed to be positive for Burkholderia pseudomallei upon testing.
The CHP is investigating the infection source of the case. Epidemiological investigations are ongoing. So far, five melioidosis infection cases have been recorded in Hong Kong this year. In 2023, 17 melioidosis infection cases were recorded.
A spokesman for the CHP reiterated that person-to-person transmission and animal-to-human transmission are rare, but melioidosis bacteria can survive in the local environment. Melioidosis is an endemic disease in Hong Kong and melioidosis cases have been recorded in Hong Kong each year. According to literature, infection cases are more common after typhoons or storms. The bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei of melioidosis in soil and muddy water may become exposed to the ground after typhoons or storms, and the bacteria could spread more easily with strong winds or storms. As such, the number of melioidosis cases may increase.
The CHP reminded members of the public that melioidosis can be spread by contaminated soil and water during and after typhoons and storms. Where practicable, people should stay indoors during typhoons and storms, avoid travelling to areas with potential flooding, and do not wade in or have contact with muddy water and soil. In addition, high-risk individuals should avoid paths near stormwater drains where aerosols may be generated from contaminated water.
Members of the public should also take the following preventive measures against infection:
The CHP appealed to members of the public to seek medical advice if they develop symptoms, in particular people with diabetes or other immunocompromised conditions, in order to receive appropriate medical diagnosis and treatment. For more information on melioidosis, please visit the website of the CHP atwww.chp.gov.hk/en/healthtopics/content/24/101110.html.
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LCSD welcomes public to join free programmes of Performing Arts Fun Day 2025
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department will present a series of events of Performing Arts Fun Day 2025 at Yuen Long Theatre (YLT), Kwai Tsing Theatre (KTT) and Sha Tin Town Hall (STTH) in May and June. Artists and performing groups will offer free music, dance and theatre performances as well as workshops and exhibitions. Members of the public are welcome to join and immerse themselves in the enchanting world of performing arts.
The first of the Fun Day series will take place at YLT from 2pm on May 18 (Sunday), with activities including performances and workshops of handbell, choir, Cantonese opera, dance and guzheng. Guided stage tours will also be held for participants to explore the Auditorium of YLT including the backstage, which is rarely open to public, and learn more about the advanced stage equipment and operations. Parent-child storytelling sessions, a book display, and an exhibition celebrating the 25th anniversary of YLT will also be held at the foyer, while guzheng performances will be held at the bamboo courtyard in the Theatre. This Performing Arts Fun Day 2025 event is one of the programmes celebrating the 25th anniversary of YLT.
KTT will hold another Fun Day series from 2.15pm on May 25 (Sunday). Audiences will be welcomed by a variety of jazz tunes performed by members from the Hong Kong Youth Jazz Collective of the Count-In Music with guided appreciation of jazz music. A cappella group Boonfaysau and participants of the 18dART Community Arts Scheme in Kwai Tsing will perform an array of pop songs. In addition, Ming Ri Institute For Arts Education will stage an interactive theatre performance, "The Kingdom of Fairy Tales", while the Kwai Chung & Tsing Yi District Culture & Arts Co-ordinating Association will give an exhilarating dance performance.
The third Fun Day will be held at STTH from 2pm on June 8 (Sunday). Professional dancers of the Hong Kong Dance Company will demonstrate various types of Chinese classical and ethnic dance, accompanied by dance appreciation and an interactive session. Apart from a Cantonese opera experimental theatre performance and an accessories workshop by Cantonese Opera Advancement Association, the Hong Kong Theatre Works will conduct the "Not One Less" interactive theatre, suitable for families. Guided tours of the City Art Square will be held to introduce public sculptures and installations created by world-renowned artists in the outdoor spaces of STTH.
Admission by ticket is required for some events with limited places. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, please visit the websites of the YLT (www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/ylt/performingartsfunday2025.html), KTT (www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/ktt/performingartsfunday2025.html) and STTH (www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/stth/programmes/funday2025.html).
LCSD welcomes public to join free programmes of Performing Arts Fun Day 2025 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
LCSD welcomes public to join free programmes of Performing Arts Fun Day 2025 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
LCSD welcomes public to join free programmes of Performing Arts Fun Day 2025 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
