Hong Kong has been extremely hot for several days in a row, setting a record for the hottest summer heat. However, the epidemic situation in Hong Kong has not eased. Before today (24th), more than 4,000 confirmed cases had been recorded in a single day for three consecutive days, and yesterday (23rd) added 4,265 new cases. There were 231 confirmed cases, including 231 imported cases, and seven more patients died, tying the record for the highest single-day death toll since May.
Zhang Zhujun, director of the Infectious Diseases Division of the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health, also said that according to the monitoring trend of mutant virus strains, there are signs of a slight increase in the number of mutant virus cases, among which cases infected with the BA.2.12.1 virus accounted for about 2.5% of the total, and BA.4/5 It also rose to 1.4%.
Overview of yesterday's epidemic:
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7.23｜65 buildings were included in the list of mandatory inspection Tseung Kwan O Jun Ying and two disciplined service quarters
▼July 24th Compulsory Testing Announcement▼
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All 4 buildings in Yi Tao Bay of Sai Wan River are included in the list of compulsory inspection.
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Compulsory testing｜65 new luxury homes on the Hung Hom Peninsula listed on the list
[21:40] The Medical and Health Bureau announced the announcement of mandatory testing, and 65 buildings were listed.
There are 58 buildings that have been included in the compulsory inspection list due to the confirmed cases of residents, including 4 buildings in Tseung Kwan O, namely Shin Chi Building in Shin Ming Estate, 5 buildings in Macau Metro City Phase 2, 1 building in Tseung Kwan O Plaza and 3 buildings at the side of Victoria Harbour; there are also buildings in Ma On Shan. 3 buildings are on the list, namely Po On Court of Kam On Court, 2 of Ma On Shan Centre and 4 of Ting Tao Court.
Residents of Block 5 of Hung Hom Peninsula and Block 2 of Lai King Disciplinary Services Quarters in Kwai Chung were required to be tested. The former Kowloon-Canton Railway staff quarters and Block I of Che Shing Heen, Tai Po, a social housing estate, were also included in the list.
Sewage samples from 7 buildings in Sai Wan Ho and Chai Wan were tested positive, and there were suspected invisible patients, so they were included in the compulsory inspection list.
The buildings concerned are Chunyao Heen, Xia Chi Heen, Qiu Ying Heen, Dong Wo Heen, Yat Tao Wan, Blocks 3 and 5 of Lok Heen Terrace, Chai Wan, and Lok Hing House, Hing Wah (2) Estate, Chai Wan.
Anyone who has been in the listed building for more than two hours from July 18 to 24 must go for nucleic acid testing tomorrow or the day after (25 to 26).
▼Details of the mandatory inspection announcement on July 24▼
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Diagnosed Buildings｜Added 2,358 Buildings in Kingswood Villas, 14 Buildings on the List, and 7 Buildings in Dawei Famous City.
[21:33] The Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health updated the list of confirmed buildings this evening (24th), and another 2,358 buildings were added to the list. Among them, Yuen Long District accounted for the largest number of buildings with 234 buildings. Among them, Kingswood Villas in Tin Shui Wai reached 14. The second and third places are in Shatin and Kwun Tong districts. Among them, a total of 7 buildings in Tai Wai famous city were infected with the virus, covering all phases of housing estates.
In addition, many hotels continue to be on the list today, including Conrad Admiralty Hotel, Cordis Hong Kong, Mongkok, etc.
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350,000 people in the three districts of Bel-Air and Tin Hau Temple in Aberdeen tested positive for self-examination
[17:44] The government announced today (24th) that the results of sewage monitoring in the Southern District, Tuen Mun District, and Kwun Tong District were positive, and the virus load was relatively high, indicating that there may be hidden patients in the premises in this area. Baguio Bay, Bel-Air Phases 1-6, Pokfulam Garden, Butterfly Village, You Oi Village, Sau Mau Ping Village, etc., 350,000 residents and workers need to undergo rapid testing.
The scope of the Southern District also includes the residential areas near Xi'an Street and Shung Man Street in Aberdeen, and even the Tin Hau Temple in Aberdeen is included in the scope of this sewage test.
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[16:55] Zhang Zhujun pointed out that there is no positive rate figure for the strong test, but it is true that the positive rate has been increasing recently.
The authorities will continue to strengthen the targets of inspection announcements.
Epidemic｜Zhang Zhujun warns that the number of confirmed cases will double in 2 to 3 weeks, predicts to strengthen mandatory testing epidemic｜Break 4,000 cases for 4 consecutive days, 8 people died, half of them are not injected
[16:45] Zhang Zhujun pointed out that according to the past trend, the number of confirmed cases will "double" every 2 to 3 weeks. I hope the number will not rise too rapidly, and calls on Hong Kong people to stick to the epidemic prevention measures.
As for the outbreak of monkeypox in many countries, it has been listed as a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO. Zhang Zhujun pointed out that the government will step up monitoring and education work. Relevant colleagues are discussing the details of supplying the vaccine to Hong Kong as soon as possible. The WHO's decisions and recommendations will be written to doctors, informing about surveillance, case definitions.
She said the patient would have a fever, severe headache, muscle pain and swollen lymph nodes.
After a few days of fever, the mouth bursts, and skin diagnosis appears on the body. The submersion period is 5-21 days, and in some countries, it is 7-9 days. Citizens should avoid going to affected places and contact with patients and animals.
In case of contact, pay attention, and seek medical attention as soon as possible if you feel unwell.
[16:40] Zhang Zhujun pointed out that at the Huang Zhangjian Memorial Home for the Elderly of the Kowloon Women's Welfare Association, one resident and one staff member were diagnosed with the disease, and 4 residents had to be quarantined.
In addition, there are 4 other RCHEs for the disabled who also have to undergo multi-person quarantine. They are the Kowloon Women's Welfare Association Wong Cheung Kin Memorial Home for the Elderly Dormitory, Po Leung Kuk Cheng Yizhi Centre, and Tung Wah Group of Hospitals Jockey Club Zhanxiang Day Activity Centre. Cum dormitory, Qin Shi's halfway dormitory of the Good Guides Association.
At the Cai Yantao Primary School of Yan Chai Hospital, there were also 3 students in Class 6C who were recruited and had to be suspended for a week.
Zhang Zhujun pointed out that the epidemic situation is still at a high level, and there is no sign of falling back. He appeals to all Hong Kong citizens to abide by the epidemic prevention and isolation regulations, and wash their hands frequently.
She mentioned in particular that none of the recent deaths among the elderly have received injections, and the fatality rate for people over 80 years old is over 16%.
If there are elderly people who have not received injections, I hope that their daughters and relatives and friends will take them for injections as soon as possible.
Zhang Zhujun and Li Liye explained the latest epidemic situation and reported 8 more deaths on July 24.
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[16:30] Dr. Zhang Zhujun, Director of the Division of Infectious Diseases of the Center for Health Protection of the Department of Health, and Dr. Li Liye, Chief Administrative Manager (Integrated Clinical Services) of the Hospital Authority, attended the press conference on the epidemic and explained the latest situation.
Zhang Zhujun pointed out that there were 4,064 local cases in a single day, 186 imported cases, and 8 more deaths.
Li Liye pointed out that there are 1,347 confirmed patients in hospital, 26 patients are in critical condition, 26 are in serious condition, and 3 are in intensive care unit.
He also pointed out that the HA reported eight more deaths, aged between 75 and 103, four of whom had no vaccination record.
Starting from 0:00 a.m. on July 28, the government will pilot an improved version of the electronic health declaration system, requiring passengers arriving in Hong Kong to complete the online electronic health declaration of the Department of Health and obtain a QR code before boarding the plane.
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Ko Wing-wen advocates "yellow code" to close contacts and forced inspections, points to "mixed immunity" in doubt
[13:42] The number of confirmed cases in Hong Kong has exceeded 4,000 for three consecutive days. Ko Wing-man, former Secretary for Food and Health and member of the Executive Council, said in a TV program today (24th) that although Omicron has a relatively low morbidity and mortality rate, the number of confirmed cases is currently The number has not increased geometrically, and the number of serious patients hospitalized is only in the hundreds, reflecting that the epidemic has not reached a serious level for the time being.
However, if the number of confirmed cases rises to more than 10,000, the seriousness and death rate will definitely increase. We emphasize that the public should not take it lightly.
As for the mixed immunization method advocated by experts earlier, Gao Yongwen pointed out that there are still quite a few questions about how to slowly control the rising number of cases without major outbreaks, and to ensure that the medical system can withstand it without "death to many people". .
In addition, regarding the upcoming "red and yellow code", Gao Yongwen suggested that the "yellow code" should be extended to close contacts and those who are under compulsory inspection to achieve precise anti-epidemic measures.
Chen Maobo believes that large-scale exhibitions such as book fairs will stimulate additional consumer demand and create short-term employment opportunities
[12:55] The epidemic in Hong Kong has rebounded, and the number of confirmed cases has exceeded 4,000 for three consecutive days.
Financial Secretary Chen Maobo said in a blog today (24th) that under the principle of epidemic prevention, most social and economic activities are still carried out in a cautious and orderly manner.
He believes that large-scale exhibitions such as book fairs can stimulate additional consumer demand and bring short-term employment opportunities.
The upcoming second phase of consumer coupons is believed to play a role in stimulating the market and revitalizing the economy.
In addition, the job market in Hong Kong has improved slightly recently. The unemployment rate in April-June was 4.7%, 0.7 percentage points lower than this year's high in February-April.
Headline inflation remained broadly benign, with underlying composite consumer price inflation at 1.8% in June.
However, looking forward to the second half of the year, challenges remain in the pace and strength of economic recovery.
Those arriving in Hong Kong must fill out an electronic health declaration before boarding the flight from 7.28. It can be submitted 96 hours before arrival in Hong Kong
[12:50] The government announced that from 00:00 on July 28, Hong Kong time, an improved version of the electronic health declaration system will be implemented on a trial basis, requiring people arriving in Hong Kong to complete the online electronic health declaration of the Department of Health and obtain the QR code.
The introduction of the improved electronic health declaration system will help the Government to gradually strengthen the electronic verification and processing of various entry and quarantine procedures, thereby streamlining the process and reducing the time required for arrivals to stay at the Hong Kong International Airport.
All persons who board an inbound flight at or after 0:00 am on July 28, Hong Kong time, must complete the Health and Quarantine Information Declaration Form of the Department of Health online in advance, and present the health declaration generated after completing the declaration at the time of check-in. A QR code (which can be a download, screenshot or printout of the QR code) for airline verification.
The validity period of the health declaration QR code will be 96 hours, that is, people arriving in Hong Kong can submit the declaration form as early as three days before the scheduled arrival time (for example, those who arrive in Hong Kong on Thursday can start submitting the declaration form on Monday).
In response to the requirements of the improved electronic health declaration system, in addition to reporting various health and quarantine matters through the online system, visitors to Hong Kong will also need to provide information required for entry quarantine, such as proof of vaccination and the reservation number of a designated quarantine hotel.
During the trial period of the system, visitors to Hong Kong are still required to present relevant documents according to the current requirements when boarding the aircraft.
If they fail to present the electronic health declaration QR code, they can still board the plane to Hong Kong during the trial period of the system.
After the system has been implemented on a trial basis and its functions have been enhanced, those arriving in Hong Kong must obtain the QR code for electronic health declaration before boarding and entering Hong Kong.
The government plans to formally strengthen the electronic health declaration system and the QR code function in August, and gradually digitize various pre-boarding document confirmation procedures, including the systematic verification of the vaccination certificates declared by those arriving in Hong Kong and the reservation of designated quarantine hotels and other relevant information, and integrate the confirmation information into the electronic health declaration QR code, so that people arriving in Hong Kong can use the QR code to conduct entry quarantine, "testing pending", Closed-loop transfer to designated quarantine hotels and other procedures.
A government spokesman said that the trial implementation will help to gradually electronically process entry quarantine procedures, reduce manual processing, and thus reduce queuing and bottlenecks.
Later, when the functions of the electronic health declaration system are enhanced, those arriving in Hong Kong who have confirmed the required information through the declaration system will be able to use the QR code for health declaration at the airport through the "Express" channel to go through the entry and quarantine procedures and be arranged to board designated areas. Quarantine hotel point-to-point transportation.
A government spokesman pointed out that it will continue to improve the quarantine and testing measures for people arriving in Hong Kong, and more precisely implement the stringent "import prevention" measures. At the same time, the quarantine arrangements for people arriving from overseas areas will be improved to facilitate social and economic recovery. necessary personnel exchanges.
Chen Jialiang, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of CUHK, is expected to have more than 10,000 confirmed cases, and all departments should absolve their responsibility for the long-term new crown
[10:45] The Macau Response Coordination Center stated that there were 5 new positive cases in 24 hours yesterday (23), bringing the total to 1,810 cases since June 18.
The 13th round of national nucleic acid testing has ended. Combined with nucleic acid testing in key areas, a total of 722,335 people have been sampled, and test results have been obtained. A total of 2 mixed samples were positive and the rest were negative.
In addition, the Philippine Consulate General in Macau issued a statement for two consecutive days, pointing out that many opinions questioned the fact that the Macau SAR government conducted nucleic acid tests on Filipinos and involved racial discrimination. The Consulate General has stated that the measures are purely based on health reasons, but there are still some People politicize events and criticize with ulterior motives.
The consulate general hopes to calm down the incident, saying that it fully agrees with the rationale for the measures implemented by the Macao SAR government. It also points out that the Macao SAR government has implemented the same measures against people of other nationalities before, and it has been effective. At that time, no one raised the issue of discrimination.
Again, we appeal to the Filipinos in Macau to cooperate fully to help overcome the current apparent crisis.
▼The second issue of $5000 coupon Q&A▼
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▼On July 23, Macau will resume work and the market with a limited amount of work▼
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The 18-month-old girl infected with the virus has a fever and is admitted to the hospital. The heart beats fast and needs to smell oxygen. The condition was once serious Buildings with confirmed deaths at home and seeking medical treatment | 1616 more buildings in Kingswood Villas and 17 more on the list are also involved in Macau’s epidemic situation such as Taikoo Shing and The Butterfly Garden | The market is still deserted on the first day of limited market resumption. Yu Dashu｜The Observatory recorded a high temperature of 34.9 degrees in the afternoon, setting the record for the hottest summer heat. Sheung Shui Taguling was the hottest heat of 37 degrees. Mingdu and other three districts who tested positive for sewage sent 210,000 coupons for quick test kits | DQ was received before the transfer deadline to notify citizens that they were ill and rushed to the center to inquire: Yanri will be discharged first
▼Compulsory testing announcement from July 19▼
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▼On July 23, citizens are not afraid of hot weather to visit Disneyland▼
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▼July 22, 2022 Hong Kong Book Fair on the third day▼
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Macau Epidemic ｜ 5 more positive cases, a total of 1,805 cases, the 13th round of national testing, more than 430,000 people were negative, and under the warning of hot weather Listening to the Voices of Youth Consumption Coupon｜DQ Appeal Strategy Service Center will be extended to 8.13, you must apply within 2 weeks after receiving SMS
▼On July 22, the temperature of the hot explosion in Sheungshui reached 38.1 degrees▼
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▼On July 19, the enclosure inspection of Danfeng Building in Caihong Village▼
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District Closure｜Lai Tin Building, Pak Tin Estate, Sham Shui Po, completed the closure test and revealed 14 positive cases of new crown patients, one old and one young child, one person was admitted to the hospital Distribute vouchers for recreational and sports activities next week
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