AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLegionnaires’ Disease Watch: Hong Kong’s CHP reported 4 new cases (Sep 20–26), including 1 case with travel between Hong Kong and Macao during the incubation period, urging proper design and maintenance of man-made water systems, especially for susceptible groups. Food Safety on Campus: FEHD and the Centre for Food Safety stepped up inspections of licensed school lunch box suppliers for the new school year, inspecting 46 factories since July and testing 92 samples, all satisfactory. Mosquito-Borne Disease Alerts: CHP reminded the public to prevent dengue and chikungunya during Mid-Autumn holiday outings; one imported dengue case was recorded (Sep 18–24). Flu Vaccines in Macau: SSM announced free seasonal flu jabs for high-risk residents and certain non-resident workers starting next Tuesday, with 215,000 doses procured and delivered progressively. Cancer Collaboration: DH met the National Cancer Center to deepen cooperation on cancer prevention and control, including big data and talent training. Clinical Trial Update: HUTCHMED initiated Phase 1a dosing in China for HMPL-A830, targeting KRAS-altered solid tumors in colorectal, pancreatic and lung cancers. School Safety in Macau: Judiciary Police investigated a school incident after online claims of arson/knife attack; no evidence of arson was found and the case remains under investigation. Mental Wellness in Schools: Melco and Fu Luen launched an 11-school “Invisible Bullying” theatre tour to raise awareness of less visible bullying and support youth mental wellbeing.
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