The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health announced today (7th) that between October 30 and November 5, a community-acquired case of Legionnaires' disease was reported, involving a man who lived in the luxurious Meilin Villa in Happy Valley and had a long-term The patient's 87-year-old female patient.
The department is conducting an epidemiological investigation to identify possible sources of infection, high-risk exposure factors and clusters of cases.
As of November 5, Hong Kong has recorded 75 cases of Legionnaires' Disease this year.
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As of November 5, Hong Kong has recorded 75 cases of Legionnaires' disease this year, compared with 69 and 104 in 2021 and 2020 respectively.
The CFS stressed that the public should use and maintain a properly designed artificial water supply system, and those who are vulnerable should take relevant preventive measures at all times.
Men, people over the age of 50, smokers, heavy drinkers and people with weakened immune systems are all more vulnerable to Legionnaires' disease, the spokesman said.
In addition, conditions that may increase the risk include water storage due to poorly maintained water systems, residential use of an old water system or a nearby cooling tower or fountain, use of electric water heaters, whirlpools or hot springs, and recent visits to hotels or spas. vessel.
Legionella can exist in a variety of environments, but it is especially suitable for growth in warm water between 20 and 45 degrees Celsius.
It can survive in different water source environments, such as water tanks, hot and cold water systems, cooling towers, massage pools, fountains and household respiratory medical equipment.
Patients have the opportunity to become infected by inhaling contaminated water spots and mists released by artificial water systems.
Infection can also occur when handling garden soil, compost and culture soil.
9 people were infected with Legionnaires' disease, 3 people lived in Tin Yan Village, Tin Shui Wai, a total of 52 cases of female residents in Kwai Chung died of Legionnaires' disease this year, and they were treated in Princess Margaret Hospital. The Legionnaires' Disease Department of Health has traced the source of infection. The cooling towers of Mong Kok, including MacPherson Place, have exceeded the standard of Legionnaires' bacteria by more than 200%. Disinfection has been completed. A total of 27 cases of Legionnaires' disease have been reported in the building, Jinxi Court and Zhenhua Garden this year
