CHP urges public not to use cosmetic cream suspected to contain excessive mercury
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health today (April 30) appealed to the public not to use a cosmetic cream called "Supple And White Night Cream" under the brand name YIFUMEI (see photos), as it may contain excessive mercury, which is harmful to health.
The CHP received a notification of a mercury poisoning case from the Hospital Authority involving a 44-year-old female patient who was found to have proteinuria (presence of excessive proteins in urine) after admission to the hospital. Her urine and blood samples were found to contain mercury above the respective reference levels. The patient was discharged after treatment.
Investigations revealed that the patient had been using a product labelled as "YIFUMEI Supple And White Night Cream" since 2022. Testing by the Hospital Authority revealed that a sample of "YIFUMEI Supple And White Night Cream" contained excessive mercury. The clinical diagnosis of the patient is suspected to be related to the use of the above product, and the case has been referred to the relevant law enforcement agency for follow-up.
Prolonged exposure to mercury can cause damage to the nervous system and kidneys. Symptoms may include tremors, irritability, insomnia, memory deterioration, concentration difficulty, impaired hearing and vision, and change in taste. In severe cases, renal failure may occur.
The CHP strongly urged people who are using this product to stop using it immediately. They should consult healthcare professionals as soon as possible if they feel unwell or are in doubt.
CHP urges public not to use cosmetic cream suspected to contain excessive mercury Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CHP urges public not to use cosmetic cream suspected to contain excessive mercury Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Admission arrangements and applications for students' study room admission cards during examination season announced
The opening hours of the Hong Kong Public Libraries (HKPL) students' study rooms (SSR) will be extended during the examination period from March 1 to May 31, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (January 6).
People who intend to use the SSR service during this examination period can apply for admission cards in person or by post from today. Application forms and details of the regulations are available at the public libraries provided with SSR and are also available at the HKPL's website (www.hkpl.gov.hk/SSR-notice-notes-en). The deadline for application is February 2, with the postmark date on the envelope taken as the application date. The result will be posted on the notice board of the respective public libraries from February 21 to 28.
Applicants should be registered borrowers of the HKPL. Priority will be given to candidates sitting for major public exams and professional exams. Applicants can only submit one application and opt for one of the following sessions as detailed below:
March 1 to May 7 (admission card is required)
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Sessions:
Morning session: 8am to 12.30pm
Afternoon session: 12.45pm to 5.15pm
Evening session: 5.30pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays)
5.30pm to 9.30pm (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays)
May 8 to 31 (seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and no admission card is required)
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Opening Hours:
8am to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays)
8am to 9.30pm (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays)
The arrangement will apply to the SSR service at Shek Tong Tsui, Chai Wan, Quarry Bay, Aberdeen, Pok Fu Lam, Lockhart Road, Kowloon, To Kwa Wan, Ngau Tau Kok, Shui Wo Street, Lam Tin, Po On Road, Lai Chi Kok, Sham Shui Po, Ngau Chi Wan, San Po Kong, Yau Ma Tei, Fa Yuen Street, Sha Tin, Ma On Shan, Yuen Chau Kok, Tsuen Wan, Tuen Mun, North Kwai Chung, South Kwai Chung, Tsing Yi, Yuen Long, Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai, Fanling, Sheung Shui, Tai Po, Sai Kung, Tiu Keng Leng, Tseung Kwan O, Cheung Chau and Tung Chung Public Libraries.
The HKPL may change and alter the opening hours or admission arrangements of SSR in response to public health concerns or other special circumstances when necessary. Please note the latest announcements of the HKPL. For enquiries, please contact individual libraries or call the Customer Hotline at 2921 0208 for the SSR service.
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