HK records first imported chikungunya case
發佈日期: 2025-08-02 15:56
TVB News
It's understood that Hong Kong records the first imported chikungunya case, involving a boy. The patient reportedly stayed in Foshan, Guangdong for two weeks.
Extended Reading:
Chikungunya fever is an acute infectious disease caused by the Chikungunya virus, with clinical symptoms including fever, rashes and joint pains. The virus is transmitted to humans through bites from infected mosquitoes.
From 2016 to 2019, between one and 11 CF cases were recorded in Hong Kong each year, all of which were imported cases. There have been no CF cases in Hong Kong since 2020.
The CHP has issued letters to all schools and institutions (including residential care homes for the elderly and residential care homes for persons with disabilities) in Hong Kong to provide them with the latest epidemiological information and remind operators to adopt preventive measures to avoid mosquito bites.
Members of the public are also reminded to take heed of the following advice on mosquito control: thoroughly check all gully traps, roof gutters, surface channels and drains to prevent blockage; ccrub and clean drains and surface channels with an alkaline detergent compound at least once a week to remove any deposited mosquito eggs; properly dispose of refuse, such as soft drink cans, empty bottles and boxes in covered litter containers; completely change the water of flowers and plants at least once a week; install mosquito screens on windows and doors if necessary, or use mosquito screens or nets in indoor areas; avoid staying in shrubby areas; and take personal protective measures such as wearing light-coloured long-sleeved clothes and trousers, and apply insect repellent containing DEET to clothing or uncovered areas of the body when doing outdoor activities.
The public should call 1823 in case of mosquito problems and may visit the following pages for more information: the DF page of the CHP and the Travel Health Service, the chikungunya fever page of the CHP and the Travel Health Service, the latest Travel Health News, tips for using insect repellents, and the CHP Facebook Page, Instagram Account and YouTube Channel.
