On 30 January, his conditions worsened and he tested positive for the coronavirus. Share this story Covid ... More on this in Hong Kong Today; Teachers, drivers and others get vaccine priority. During their visit to the Four Seasons Hotel on 28 January, the staff who noticed that the couple had a persistent cough and appeared unwell called an ambulance, and both were transferred to Hospital, where they tested positive for coronavirus. [4], The government actions with regards the epidemic in Hong Kong were inevitably compared with the "calm, organised handling" in neighbouring Macau, notwithstanding the relative sizes of the population. The number of people allowed to use a single table in restaurants and catering facilities was likewise increased from four to eight. See the easy read summary for the UK. [50] Three cases were confirmed on 5 February,[51] three on 6 February,[52] and another two on 7 February. [85][139], The health code scheme is a proposed pandemic preventive measure, featuring a mobile application that allows its users to prove their health statuses by showing a QR code. Two people died after receiving coronavirus … Not having declared his travel history, he was initially not tested for the coronavirus. [126] In particular, in contrast to long queues of desperate citizens chasing masks often at inflated prices in Hong Kong, Macau was lauded for providing their citizens with a measure of peace of mind by taking control of mask distribution, ensuring affordable masks were available for each Macau resident at the start of the epidemic. Covid-19: Gov’t seeks HK$1 billion for vaccine indemnity fund as China’s Sinovac jabs set to arrive in Hong Kong ... BioNTech’s coronavirus vaccine, ... Top stories today. HK government orders tests in Kowloon as Covid-19 erupts. Health Secretary Sophia Chan said that these measures were contingent on there being no sudden uptick in infections over Lunar New Year. But in the view of the fourth wave, with 115 new cases confirmed on 29 November, schools were declared immediate suspension again starting from 2 December, until after the Lunar New Year holidays in 2021, but allowing at most one sixth of the school to have face-to-face lessons. [6] On 26 July, as the number of daily confirmed cases reached 128 – the second highest level since the start of the pandemic and the fifth consecutive day when cases numbered in excess of 100 and a death toll of 18 – the government announced that ships without any cargo trade sailing via Hong Kong would no longer be allowed to change their crew in the city from 29 July. [42] All government employees (except those providing essential/emergency services) were instructed to work from home. He developed coughing symptoms on 22 January and was hospitalised in a regular hospital room at the Queen Margaret Hospital. Gabriel Leung, member of an expert panel on the viral outbreak, warned the public about letting down their vigilance prematurely as Hong Kong was at the "highest risk" since the start of the pandemic. According to the authority, the industrial action had led to "severe disruption" to operations, particularly at accident and emergency, neonatal intensive care, cancer and cardiac units. The Government today launched a one-stop COVID-19 Vaccination Programme website which provides official and up-to-date information about COVID-19 vaccines.. news.gov.hk homepage from Hong Kong's Information Services Department Toggle Light Mode Toggle Tools Menu Toggle Navigation Menu Hong Kong says death of chronically ill man not directly linked to Covid-19 vaccine Hong Kong on Monday recorded nine new infections, of which six are local and three are imported. Teachers at Hong Kong’s biggest international school group could be put on unpaid leave and face disciplinary action if they refuse to take regular Covid-19 tests, the Post has learned. During the previous day, residents were seen leaving the area after news of the impending lockdown had leaked; the government officially confirmed the lockdown at 4 a.m. on 23 January. [108] In addition to toilet paper, flour became oversold as citizens took up home baking. Hong Kong has recorded 10,821 cases of Covid-19 and 197 deaths. [139][140], According to some press reports, the main business of China Inspection Company (中國檢驗有限公司), one of three contractors, was vehicle and electronic inspections, and had no track record whatsoever in medical testing. Among 7,000 residents tested, 13 were found to have been infected. [46], On 30 January, two new cases of coronavirus were confirmed. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Hong Kong has reported 10,711 cases of Covid-19 and 189 deaths. [73] The Hong Kong Government later decided to evacuate some residents in Luk Chuen House at Lek Yuen Estate in Sha Tin, where the confirmed cases were found. A second strike call was not successful. [36], On 24 January, health authorities confirmed three more cases, all of the patients had come from Wuhan. [77], The growth in the number of patients during the week to 25 July put pressure on isolation facilities in public hospitals, which were reported to be running close to maximum capacity. These two cases were listed as "Highly Suspected Cases", they were confirmed positive the following day. [85] Questions were raised about the absence of tendering procedures, and the contractors' credentials which critics deemed suspect. A woman sits next to a cross made with tape on a chair for practicing social distancing to help curb the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19, in Hong Kong, Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Both theme parks suffered from financial difficulties during the pandemic. The Food & Health Bureau today announced that the specified areas for compulsory COVID-19 testing have been expanded from today. 79), with 10,675 recoveries, 212 in hospital and 203 deaths as well as 14 critical cases. [34][35] In addition, the previous two cases of "Highly Suspected Cases" had been confirmed positive by health and government officials. [106][108] Unsuccessful customers took out their frustrations on store staff, and disputes were widely reported; police were called on one occasion by pharmacy staff in Tin Shui Wai. Over 40,000 people in Hong Kong have received the vaccine since Friday, when the vaccination drive began. The government widened the criteria for notification on 3 January – anyone who had visited Wuhan within 14 days before the onset of any respiratory symptoms of illness would need to inform health authorities. It ended in a government U-turn after 48 hours. Hong Kong was relatively unscathed by the first wave of the COVID-19 outbreak and had a flatter epidemic curve than most other places, which observers consider remarkable given its status as an international transport hub. [61], On 25 March, Hong Kong closed its border to all incoming nonresidents arriving from overseas. [132] After a union vote, a public hospital strikes ensued. [91] This made Hong Kong have the longest hotel quarantine in the world. Most had other respiratory viruses. insert_drive_file. [68], On 1 May, no major Labour Day demonstrations were authorised as the gathering limit of four persons was upheld. -- Newfoundland and Labrador health authorities reported four new cases of COVID-19 today, as well as the province's first outbreak at a hospital. [43] Government clarification that treatment for Coronavirus patients would be free for allcomers further inflamed Hong Kong residents as the policy ignited fears of infected mainland Chinese deliberately travelling to Hong Kong to seek medical care, thus risk spreading the disease as well as further overwhelming medical facilities. The third case was a 62-year-old woman that had arrived to Hong Kong with her husband. View vaccination data . [134], According to experts, the acceleration of the community outbreak is due to the government's slow reactions and complacency of the public. [110], Amidst shortages due to hoarding, the Mong Kok branch of Wellcome supermarket was robbed by armed gangs who made off with 50 packets (600 rolls) of toilet paper. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health has announced that as of 4pm today (June 9), no new local confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) had been recorded, and that the number of cases in Hong Kong remained at 1 108 so far (comprising 1 107 confirmed cases and one probable case). Carrie Lam announced that she had requested help from mainland health authorities, and that testing capacity would be increased with their help; areas of AsiaWorld-Expo would be upgraded to serve as a "mobile cabin hospital". Key COVID-19 numbers in the Ottawa area today Ottawa Public Health recorded 57 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday and one more death. The man's death happened less than a week after Hong Kong began its vaccination program for priority and at-risk groups in the city. Qatar approves emergency use of Moderna vaccine. Hong Kong authorities on Tuesday, March 2 reported the death of a chronically ill man, two days after he received a COVID-19 vaccine and said that it is too early to conclude whether the vaccine was related to his death. This is the second vaccine to have been approved in the country after Pfizer, reports Al Jazeera. [111], In early February, after CSI masks appeared in the local marketplace, the government was called to account for the supplies of masks manufactured by inmates in local prisons under the aegis of the Correctional Services Industries. The hotline operates from 8am to midnight daily. Trade fairs and conventions, which were suspended since the beginning of the year, will be hosted again in Hong Kong starting with the Hong Kong Book Fair on 15 and 21 July. A four-person limit per table at restaurants, which were also required to seat only a maximum of half of their capacity, was reimposed. The man then admitted himself to a hospital, but died the same day, according to a statement from health authorities late Tuesday night. The city is currently experiencing a third wave of infections. The virus was first confirmed to have spread to Hong Kong on 23 January 2020. Hong Kong Coronavirus update with statistics and graphs: total and new cases, deaths per day, mortality and recovery rates, current active cases, recoveries, trends and timeline. Hong Kong authorities on Tuesday, March 2 reported the death of a chronically ill man, two days after he received a COVID-19 vaccine and said … The ship had made a three-day port call in Hong Kong on its way to Ningbo. [6] In late June, the loophole was highlighted after nine ship workers who arrived with their vessel in Ningbo tested positive. The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 1.54 crores today, says Union Health Ministry 09:25 PM Govt nets Rs 77,815 cr in spectrum auction; Jio top buyer with Rs 57,122 cr [72], The Hong Kong Government extended the social distancing measures for two more weeks, until 18 June, after six people were confirmed infected, including a female employee at Kerry Logistics warehouse in Kwai Chung, her husband, two colleagues and the paramedic. We provide hygiene tips, high-risk area, A&E waiting time, lists of blacklisted pharmacies, and more. "The fact 11 passengers tested positive on the same flight shows the lab tests back in India are not very reliable," a government source said. [55] On 19 February, a 70-year-old man with pre-existing illnesses became the second person to die of COVID-19 in Hong Kong. She also emphasized that the relaxation of social distancing measures is staged and conditional; if the next wave of epidemic occurs, the government will adopt a more targeted model to tighten social distancing measures, so as to reduce the risk of virus transmission while maintaining a certain level of society. Chief Executive Carrie Lam said that "barring unforeseen circumstances", no lockdowns would take place over the Lunar New Year holiday period starting from 12 February. Residents who had been tested since 29 January had been exempted from the test but required to stay at home until the overall tests had been completed. There were calls for tightening up controls and checks for visitors, especially those coming from Wuhan, the point of origin of the epidemic. Its numbers to watch are stable. By Danielle Ong 03/03/21 AT 12:34 AM. 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[113] An increase in mask production by Correctional Services Industries from 1.8 million to 2.5 million units a month is planned. Get full coverage of the Coronavirus pandemic including the latest news, analysis, advice and explainers from across the UK and around the world. Many experts also predict that the fourth wave of epidemics will break out in winter. List of Buildings With Confirmed / Probable Cases of COVID-19 List of Residential Buildings in Which Confirmed / Probable Cases Have Resided (Note: The buildings will remain on the list for 14 days since the reported date.) Official figures show that more than 11,700 sea crew members have been exempted from quarantine since February, while Hong Kong still allows unrestricted sea crew change for vessels since 8 June. An 88-year-old man living at a care home in Shau Kei Wan had tested "weak positive" for the virus the same day, further tests would be done to test whether he was infected. Hong Kong had seen relatively few cases of coronavirus after imposing rapid and strict measures at the start of the year to prevent its spread. He tested positive for the virus and was hospitalised in Princess Margaret Hospital, Kowloon. [11][12] Carrie Lam, the city's Chief Executive, was reported in May 2020 to have a negative approval rating of 80 percent. Medical centre in Israel finds Pfizer 75% effective after one dose According to data released by Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer in Israel, coronavirus infections decreased by 75 per cent after the first dose of Pfizer vaccine, reports Jerusalem Post. [2] Some experts now believe the habit of wearing masks in public since the SARS epidemic of 2003 may have helped keep its confirmed infections at 845, with four deaths, by the beginning of April. Her husband, daughter and son-in-law had not developed symptoms and were both quarantined in the Lady MacLehose Holiday Village. COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Updates: Canada Anyone concerned that they may have been exposed to, or are experiencing symptoms of the COVID-19, should contact their primary care provider, local public health office , or Public Health Agency (1-833-784-4397) [130] The union warned the government its members may go on strike in early February if the government failed to implement tighter controls on immigration. [142][143] Moreover, there are suggestions from the pro-establishment camp that all Hong Kong citizens should be required to install a health code app to enter public areas such as restaurants. [2] In a study published in April 2020 in the Lancet, the authors expressed their belief that border restrictions, quarantine and isolation, social distancing, and behavioural changes such as wearing masks likely all played a part in the containment of the disease up to the end of March. [115] The disruption raised concerns over the situation of students due to take examinations at the end of the year, especially in light of the protest-related disruption that happened in 2019. Latest news on the coronavirus, which has killed millions during a global pandemic. [88][7] On 29 November 115 new cases were recorded, the first three-digit rise since August. The couple attempted to escape from Prince of Wales Hospital after learning that they would have to be quarantined, but failed when the police were called. She was sent to North District Hospital after she presented symptoms while arriving at the Shenzhen-Hong Kong (Luowu) border on 25 January; the 8th case was the 64-year-old husband of the 3rd case in Hong Kong. Dozens of residents and protesters opposed to the idea held rallies outside the complex. [125][126] From the outset, Macau demonstrated a faster and better coordinated response, introduced firm measures to limit the flow of people from mainland China, and implemented comprehensive collection and effective usage of big data. Health authorities reported 107 new infections. NBC News has designed a tool that tells you everything you need to know about getting a Covid … [126], While Macau Chief Executive Ho Iat-seng announced the measure, his Hong Kong counterpart was attending the World Economic Forum summit in Davos. [67], In late April, researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology said that a newly developed antiviral coating may provide up to 90 days of "significant" protection against COVID-19. [93] A second lockdown, which was unannounced, was imposed on a residential block in Yau Ma Tei on 26 January; the following day it was announced that it had yielded one positive case in 330 tests. HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong began administering its first COVID-19 vaccines to the public Friday, kicking off its program offering free vaccinations to all 7.5 million residents. [102], On 11 February 2021 the government announced that gyms, beauty parlors, theme parks and cinemas would be allowed to reopen on 18 February, and eateries would be allowed to extend their dine-in service to 10:00 p.m., with diners having to use the "LeaveHomeSafe" government app to check in. [103], On 16 February 2021, a panel unanimously recommended the Sinovac vaccines and denied that the decision was rushed. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health has announced that as of 4pm today (June 16), no new local confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) had been recorded, and that the number of cases in Hong Kong remained at 1 113 so far (comprising 1 112 confirmed cases and one probable case). Try refreshing your browser. [19] Protest activities continued regularly in Tseung Kwan O, Yuen Long and Mong Kok every month. The disinfectant is encapsulated in heat-sensitive polymers and released when there is human contact with a surface such as a handrail or elevator button. Latest Situation of Novel Coronavirus Infection in Hong Kong The number of new coronavirus cases in Hong Kong hit a one-month high on Monday, reaching triple figures. [41] Additionally, the number of flights from mainland China and cross-border bus services were reduced. The extension comes as the number of Covid-19 infections climbed back into triple digits. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Learn more about entry requirements, transit restrictions, and quarantine measures. Hong Kong had its first Covid-19 cases in late January, leading to widespread concern and panic buying, but infection numbers remained relatively low and the spread was controlled quite quickly. Prior to 8 July, sea and aircrew members were exempt from testing and quarantine. Most stores had limited supplies, and customers would often face rationing. [16][17] The law would come to contradict later measures to control the spread of the virus,[18] and has been widely ignored by citizens, who have learnt to be mistrustful of the government. [132] The strike involved 6,000 medical workers, lasted five days – from 3 to 7 February – culminating in an occupation of two floors in the Hospital Authority complex in Kowloon City. Following public uproar, the government re-imposed fees for non-Hong Kong residents. [112], Following an admission that the city had failed to procure adequate supplies Bars, pubs and catering premises selling or supplying alcohol can be reopened, but the number of customers shall not exceed half the number of seats on the premises, and no more than two persons sitting at the same table. Already familiar with tides of misinformation during months of protests, obsessive fact-checking is practiced; after the 2003 SARS epidemic, claims about the non-transmissibility of the disease advanced by the government, the Communist Party and the WHO were also ignored by citizens, who took to wearing masks despite the anti-mask law in place. People vaccinated up to and including 7 March 2021. [100] On the night of 3 to 4 February, three lockdowns in Chai Wan, Tuen Mun and To Kwa Wan yielded one preliminary positive case, in Tuen Mun, among around 2,548 residents tested. District Building Name Related Confirmed / Probable Case(s) Kowloon City Block 5, Kent Court 10850 [4], As the coronavirus crisis escalated in February and March 2020, the scale of the protests dwindled. The government announced further relaxation of social distancing measures. [113], The government announced that its procurement had fallen victim to a scam involving 6 million counterfeit masks bearing the Medicom trademark valued at HK$15 million ($1.9 million).[114]. B.C. ... travellers would be required to take a Covid-19 test before departure and upon arrival. [131] On 3 February, the government closed all but four border crossings – the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge, Shenzhen Bay Port, the international airport, and the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal – and introduced further quarantine measures, but still refused closing the border with China. [128], As the major border checkpoints such as Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau and Huanggang remained open, public sector health workers, as represented by Hospital Authority Employees’ Alliance – a newly formed union – decried the government measures as "too little, too late". Hong Kong has confirmed 32 new Coronavirus infections, and imposed urgent lockdowns in three cities. Estimated R number. A cook in a restaurant confirmed positive on 5 July;[6] a person from Ping Shek Estate and a nurse from a nearby clinic were diagnosed with the coronavirus the following day. First dose: 22,377,255. [1] Confirmed cases were generally transferred to Princess Margaret Hospital's Infectious Disease Centre for isolation and centralized treatment. of PPE, the government announced support for local private mask production by subsidising each production line with grants, help in identifying suitable premises, as well as placing orders to sustain their operations. [80], On 28 July, Secretary for Food and Health Sophia Chan admitted that there was "empirical evidence" that quarantine exemption policies for over 30 groups of inbound travellers – including cross-boundary goods vehicle drivers, aircraft crew members, government officials on duty, and numerous company executives – had contributed to the recent increase in coronavirus cases. "The airline has to do deep cleaning [on its planes] and make sure it won’t happen again on future flights before they can be resumed."[86]. [49], On 4 February, the CHP reported Hong Kong's first death, the world's second outside mainland China, of a 39-year-old patient, the 13th case. [69], On 5 May, Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced that the cap on public gatherings would be raised from four to eight people, and that a number of businesses including beauty salons and gyms would be allowed to reopen subject to precautions. Other regulations enacted, which took effect at the same time, included requiring restaurants to operate at half their capacity and to set tables at least 1.5 meters apart. [125] Macau's entry bans on Hubei residents, and those who had visited the province 14 days before their arrival in Macau, was similar to Hong Kong's ban on the surface, but the Macau authorities' demanding official medical certification of infection-free status brought down visitor numbers more sharply because such certificates are hard to obtain. [40], On 28 January, Chief Executive of Hong Kong Carrie Lam announced the suspension of high-speed rail service between Hong Kong and mainland China from 30 January, a halving of all cross-border ferry services[41][42] and flights from mainland China, cross-border bus services would also be reduced. It also includes data at the Health Authority and Health Service Delivery Area (HSDA) level for B.C. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, file). 3 of 9 4 of 9 People line up to receive China's Sinovac COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine at a community vaccination center in Hong Kong, Friday, Feb. 26, … [138] Carrie Lam said that the Chinese government would absorb part of the cost. [24] Many observers believed that the coronavirus pandemic had provided cover for an increase of arrests related to the protests. They had both moved in with their daughter and son-in-law, who lived locally. Chief Executive Carrie Lam said she had written to the State Council hoping to obtain supplies from mainland China. The Atlantic credits the swift, collective and efficient grassroots movement. [77] The majority of the locally transmitted cases cannot be traced back to a single group gathering or event. The city's largest amusement parks, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Ocean Park Hong Kong, and wax museum Madame Tussauds Hong Kong closed from 26 January, until further notice. Hong Kong has secured a total of 22.5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine from Fosun Pharma-BioNTech, Sinovac and Oxford-AstraZeneca. However, with the addition of 41 locally infected cases reported on 13 July the Hong Kong government further reduced the limit on public gatherings from 50 to 4. [101], By 10 February 2021 there had been 25 lockdowns imposed, with four of them yielding positive cases. Two new cases were confirmed that day which include a brother of a COVID-19 patient and a woman from the Diamond Princess cruise ship. The department will also strengthen law enforcement with other departments and take actions against illegal food premises. Hong Kong’s government is locking down whole residential blocks overnight without issuing prior warning to residents under a new tactic designed to prevent people from skipping Covid-19 testing.

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