CAS Cadet Corps Celebrates 153rd Passing-out Parade with Nearly 200 New Cadets

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Nearly 200 new cadets participated in the parade. The parade was reviewed by the Deputy Director of Fire Services (Public Safety and Corporate Strategy), Mr Wong Ka-wing.

Speaking at the parade, Mr Wong congratulated all the new cadets on completing their training. He said that the CAS has always encouraged its members to take part in wholesome activities and training programmes. These programmes not only equip cadets with practical skills and leadership abilities, but also build their confidence and sense of responsibility, while fostering teamwork and a commitment to serving the community. He emphasised that these skills and abilities will serve as a solid foundation for cadets in facing future challenges in their studies, careers or daily life, helping them move steadily forward on their future path.

Mr Wong said the Fire Services Department (FSD) and the CAS have been working closely for many years. On November 4 last year, an elderly person became lost in Pak Fa Lam, Fei Ngo Shan. Upon receiving the report, the FSD immediately dispatched the Mountain Search and Rescue Support Team, utilising drones, search and rescue dogs, and rescue personnel for visual analysis to help narrow down the search area. The CAS also sent a search and rescue team to support the operation. With these concerted efforts, the missing person was successfully rescued within a short period of time.

Mr Wong said he also hoped that the new cadets would apply what they have learned in the form of practical services in areas such as community safety promotion, first aid and disaster prevention education, and hill fire safety and environmental conservation, to continue to serve the community and protect citizens.

The CAS Cadet Corps has been committed to promoting diverse activities, including coastal clean-ups, tree planting, and various Mainland and overseas exchange programmes. These initiatives aim to broaden cadets' horizons and nurture them to become the next generation of patriots with a global perspective. Through these trainings and experiences, the Cadet Corps cultivates cadets to become confident, self-disciplined, and effective communicators in society.

Recruitment of CAS cadets is open for application throughout the year. Recruitment details and application forms are available on the CAS website (www.cas.gov.hk/eng/org/cadet_corps.html).

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Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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Hong Kong Children's Hospital announces an incident involving a patient who was found in cardiac arrest after temporary ventilator circuit disconnection

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

The spokesperson for Hong Kong Children's Hospital (HKCH) issued the following statement today (March 28) concerning an incident involving a patient who was found in cardiac arrest after temporary ventilator circuit disconnection.

A 6-year-old boy was admitted to HKCH on December 24, 2025, due to his underlying rare disease. On March 25 this year, he underwent an interventional procedure under general anaesthesia, which was uneventful. Afterwards, he was transferred to the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) as planned for monitoring. In the PICU, he was kept intubated and placed on ventilator support for his protection. He was sedated with medications but remained conscious.

At 7.29am on March 26, a nurse found the patient in cardiac arrest. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was commenced immediately on the patient.At the same time, the endotracheal (ET) tube connector was found disconnected from the ET tube and was immediately reconnected to the ventilator circuit. After resuscitation, the patient had returned to spontaneous circulation at 7.36am.His parents were immediately informed about the incident and the patient's condition. The hospital subsequently retrieved the patient's physiological monitor records which revealed that the patient had asystole from 7.20am.

Subsequently, the patient developed seizures which were controlled with anti-epileptic medications. Initial neurological investigations show no abnormalities so far. The patient is under intensive care including ventilator support and neuroprotective care. He remains haemodymically stable and is under close monitoring in the PICU.

The hospital is deeply concerned about the incident and has met with the parents to explain the situation. The hospital will continue to provide necessary support to the family. The case was reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office via the Advance Incident Reporting System. The hospital has taken immediate measures to strengthen the monitoring of patients requiring ventilator care in the intensive care unit.

A root cause analysis panel will be set up to investigate the incident and recommend improvement measures. The panel will look into the incident from all aspects, including but not limited to patient care and support, as well as operational procedures of medical devices and consumables.

The panel members are as follows:

Chairperson

Dr Sin Ngai-chuen

Hospital Chief Executive, Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital and Tai Po Hospital

Members

Dr Janice Chow

Consultant, Department of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Queen Mary Hospital

Ms Pilta Kan

Nurse Consultant, Department of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Queen Mary Hospital

Dr Raymond Cheung

Chief Manager (Patient Safety and Risk Management), Hospital Authority

Dr Osburga Chan

Service Director (Quality and Safety), Kowloon Central Cluster

Dr Eric Chan

Deputy Chief of Service, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Kwong Wah Hospital

Dr Sally Wong

Deputy Quality and Safety Coordinator, Hong Kong Children's Hospital

The panel will complete the investigation and recommend improvement measures within eight weeks. The report will be submitted to the Hospital Authority Head Office.

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