Ombudsman delegation calls on Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee in Beijing
The following is issued on behalf of the Office of The Ombudsman:
The delegation led by The Ombudsman, Mr Jack Chan, completed a three-day visit to Beijing today (August 28) and will return to Hong Kong this evening.
At the courtesy call on the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee yesterday morning (August 27), the delegation met and exchanged views with Member of the Office Leadership of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee Mr Xiang Bin. Mr Chan gave an overview of the Office's latest work progress and strategic direction in future, particularly its focus on mediation and the promotion of interdepartmental collaboration.
Mr Xiang recognised the Office's role and work in handling public complaints and monitoring government administration, and considered it to have served a unique purpose of fostering social harmony and stability. He encouraged the Office to remain steadfast in a people-oriented approach to leverage its strength, help people resolve problems and enhance the standard of public administration, as well as properly acting as a bridge between the public and the Government.
The delegation also visited the Information Centre of the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and National Commission of Supervision to learn more about online reporting of irregularities.
Yesterday afternoon, the delegation visited the Beijing Municipal Administrative Centre to observe the operation of local administrative services. The delegation also experienced the advancements in autonomous vehicle technology during their visit to the Innovation Centre in the Beijing Autonomous Driving Demonstration Area.
This morning, the delegation toured the Museum of the Communist Party of China to learn and gain an insight into the CPC's remarkable achievements, its development path and success stories over various periods, and the spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.
Ombudsman delegation calls on Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee in Beijing Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Ombudsman delegation calls on Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee in Beijing Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CHP reminds public on precautions against heat stroke during very hot weather
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (September 14) reminded members of the public, particularly those undertaking outdoor activities, to take heed of necessary measures against heat stroke and sunburn in very hot weather.
"The public should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while engaging in outdoor activities," a spokesman for the CHP said.
"Those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities should avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea, as well as alcohol, as they speed up water loss through the urinary system," the spokesman explained.
"Infants and children, the elderly, pregnant women, those with chronic illnesses such as heart disease or high blood pressure, outdoor/manual workers, and individuals who are overweight are more vulnerable to heat stroke. They should pay special attention," the spokesman added.
The public should adopt the following precautions:
Wear loose and light-coloured clothing to reduce heat absorption and facilitate sweat evaporation and heat dissipation;
Avoid vigorous exercise and prolonged activities like hiking or trekking as heat, sweating and exhaustion can place additional demands on the physique;
Perform outdoor activities in the morning or the late afternoon, if possible;
For indoor activities, open all windows, use a fan or use air-conditioning to maintain good ventilation;
Do not stay inside a parked vehicle; and
Reschedule work to cooler times of the day if feasible. If working in a hot environment is inevitable, introduce shade in the workplace where practicable. Start work slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Move to a cool area for rest at regular intervals to allow the body to recuperate.
The public should also note the latest and the forecast Ultraviolet (UV) Index released by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO). When the UV Index is high (6 or above):
Minimise direct exposure of the skin and the eyes to sunlight;
Wear long-sleeved and loose-fitting clothes;
Wear a wide-brimmed hat or use an umbrella;
Seek a shaded area or put on UV-blocking sunglasses;
Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 15, preferably higher. Reapply every two hours if you stay out in the sun, and after swimming, sweating or towelling off; and
While using DEET-containing insect repellents for personal protection against mosquito-borne diseases, apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent.
If symptoms develop, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, rest and seek help immediately, and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
The public may obtain more information from the DH's Health Education Infoline (2833 0111),heat strokepage andUV radiationpage; the HKO's Dial-a-Weather (1878 200),latestweather report and forecast,UV Indexand weather information forhiking and mountaineering; andpress releasesof the Labour Departmenton precautions against heat stroke for outdoor workers and their employers when the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force.
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