[Diamond Princess] Zheng Yongshun: Some Hong Kong people stay in Japan to take care of the diagnosed family

Politics

Written by: Ban Shan

2020-02-18 14:07

Zheng Yongshun, a member of the DAB legislative council who is following up on the Hong Kong people of the Diamond Princess, said that 11 Hong Kong people who had been diagnosed with the new coronavirus on the Diamond Princess cruise ship were asked for help. Eight hospitals received treatment. One of the two Hong Kong people admitted to the hospital was an elderly man. The hospital stated that the patient's condition was not serious and his condition had improved. He might be hospitalized for another two to three weeks for observation.

Zheng Yongshun pointed out that the condition of the "Princess Diamond" confirmed the improvement of the Hong Kong people. (Profile picture)

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Zheng Yongshun went to the Tokyo Self-Defense Forces Central Hospital today to deliver supplies to the Hong Kong people who were diagnosed and met with the hospital doctor. Zheng Yongshun said that some Hong Kong people who are staying in the hospital and taking care of the diagnosed family members report that communication difficulties due to language insufficiency, coupled with material shortages and unsuitable eating habits, etc., I hope the Immigration Department will continue to stay in Japan to provide them with translation and other support.

Zheng Yongshun pointed out that most of the Hong Kong people who came into contact with the ship wanted to return to Hong Kong by government charter flight, but some Hong Kong people will continue to stay there because they need to take care of their diagnosed family members. He also said that some people did not know how long they would stay in the hospital and had psychological pressure. They urged the Hong Kong Government to provide a telephone hotline for Hong Kong people who are hospitalized to take care of their needs. He revealed that some Hong Kong people who were close contacts still remained in the guest room of the cruise ship, and it was still unknown whether they could disembark. He hoped that the authorities would provide assistance as soon as possible.

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