Chinanews.com, August 3, comprehensive Hong Kong media reported that the third wave of epidemics recently occurred in Hong Kong. Another confirmed case of new coronary pneumonia died on the 2nd. A total of 35 people died, of which 27 died under the third wave of epidemics, all of them in the year. Senior citizens. In addition, during the third wave of the epidemic, Ciyun Mountain became the “severely affected area” of the epidemic, and people outside the area stayed away. However, a reporter's investigation found that under the measures such as the “increasing spicy food restriction order” and “mask order”, fewer people went out of the street. , Which greatly reduces the risk of environmental infection.

On August 1, the Hong Kong Hospital Authority opened a community treatment facility at the AsiaWorld-Expo. The picture shows the male and female patients staying separated on the left and right sides, with signs on the ground. Photo by China News Agency reporter Li Zhihua

The third wave of the epidemic has caused 27 deaths, all elderly

　　The 94-year-old uncle who passed away on August 2 (the 1612th case) had a long-term illness. He became ill on July 10 and had cough and runny nose when he was admitted to Queen Mary Hospital on the 14th. He was diagnosed on the 16th and his condition continued to deteriorate after admission. Separated from the world at 12:54 yesterday afternoon.

　　The 88-year-old male patient who passed away on the same day was initially diagnosed. The Hong Kong Hospital Authority stated that the relevant test results were confirmed yesterday and the diagnosis was confirmed. The case number is 3423. According to information from the Centre for Health Protection, he lives in Choi Yuet House, Choi Ha Village and is a local case of infection.

　　Together with the incurable patient who was converted to a diagnosis, Hong Kong has so far 35 confirmed patients who have passed away, 27 of whom died after the third wave of the outbreak on July 5. The oldest was 95 years old and the youngest was 60 years old.

On July 29, Tsz Wan Shan Market implemented a number of measures to strengthen epidemic prevention. People must take their temperature and wear masks before entering the market. Photo by China News Agency reporter Qin Louyue

"Limited gathering" is effective, not letting Ciyun Mountain become "Sorrowful Cloud Mountain"

　　Since the outbreak of the third wave of the epidemic, Ciyun Mountain has become an "epidemic area" in the eyes of the public. As of August 2, there have been more than 224 confirmed cases in the area. Residents are afraid of coming and going. They frankly feel that they have been "labeled" by friends and that people outside the area have May not set foot on Tsz Wan Shan to avoid getting the virus. In order to dismantle the community drug suspicion, a reporter went to various places in Ciyun Mountain on July 22 to collect environmental samples for actual measurement and understand the truth.

　　The reporter put on medical gloves, simulated citizens touched various public facilities and objects in the area, collected environmental samples and submitted them to the testing center for testing. After a week, the report confirmed that no new coronary pneumonia virus was detected in the five samples, and the test results surprised reporters.

　　"The result is not surprising, because the main way of transmission of new crown pneumonia is always contact and droplets between people!" Liang Zichao, chairman of the Infectious Disease Advisory Committee of the Hong Kong Medical Association explained, although the new crown virus can live on the subject. Heaven, theoretically, after touching the eyes, nose, and mouth with both hands, there is a chance of infection, but unless in a confined space, the risk of contact with people is still very low.

On the afternoon of August 2, seven members of the "Advance Team" of the "Mainland Nucleic Acid Testing Support Team" arrived in Hong Kong to assist the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government in fighting the epidemic. Photo by China News Agency reporter Xie Lei

The Hong Kong version of "Vulcan Mountain" goes out again

　　Due to the continuous increase in the number of confirmed patients, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government revealed on the 2nd that the Central Government will assist the Special Administrative Region Government in transforming the AsiaWorld-Expo into a “square cabin hospital” in a short period of time. It will also assist in the construction of a brand new temporary hospital locally. Known as the "Hong Kong version of Vulcan Mountain", the SAR government will find the land, and related work will be carried out as soon as possible.

　　According to reports, the Hong Kong government expects that the epidemic will not be quelled in the short term, and the fourth and fifth waves are likely to return in autumn and winter, and it is necessary to "plan before rain" to build temporary hospitals.

　　The Director of Food and Health, Chen Zhaoshi, also pointed out that if the state supports the construction of a temporary hospital, it will definitely help the HA’s existing isolation facilities. The SAR government will first find a location and connect with the mainland support team to discuss the overall feasibility, etc. The actual situation may not seem like the mainland can be built in a short time. At present, it is not possible to estimate the time required.

The data picture shows Hong Kong citizens wearing masks while visiting shops. Photo by China News Agency reporter Zhang Wei

Doctors warn: excessive hand washing can cause eczema and blisters

　　According to Stezu, a dermatologist, many patients have been consulted during the new crown pneumonia epidemic. Some people are worried about getting the virus after touching public objects. They keep washing their hands or using alcohol-based handrubs. If they wash too much, their hands lose oil. , Or originally suffering from eczema, prone to recurrence, too much scrubbing, hand rubbing, and not properly bandaged, all are prone to bacterial infections. "Washing hands and cleansing hands should be done, but don’t touch something, just clean it once. Washing a dozen times in an hour is an overdose!"

　　The other is called sweat herpes, which is similar to eczema. There will be blisters on the fingers and hands, which makes it very itchy. Stezuo said that mental tension and stress are the main causes. Some people are extremely nervous about the epidemic and form pressure. He suggested that the disease should be controlled, and the mood should be improved first.