From 20 July, Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) will introduce a series of fresh programmes on TV32, including anchor-led news bulletins, programmes exploring current affairs in Chinese Mainland and overseas, and an expanded lineup of English-language content. The new programming aims to provide viewers with objective and comprehensive news, while serving as a platform to assist the government in explaining its policies and presenting the true picture of Hong Kong to the world.
RTHK TV32 to Launch New Programming from 20 July Supporting the Government in Explaining its Policies Presenting HK on a Global Stage .
RTHK hosted its “TV32 New Programme Showcase” today (10 July) unveiling the details. Director of Broadcasting Angelina Kwan highlighted that RTHK, as the sole public service broadcaster in Hong Kong, was tasked with delivering fair, balanced, and accurate information to the community. She noted that through reorganising and optimising internal resources, TV32 would introduce a series of new programmes to enhance news and information services, while serving as a platform for government departments to communicate their policy priorities and initiatives. She reaffirmed RTHK’s commitment to its public purposes and mission. Through high-quality television and radio programming, RTHK would present the true picture of Hong Kong and tell the stories of Hong Kong and our nation.
RTHK hosted its “TV32 New Programme Showcase” today (10 July) unveiling the details.
The venue of today’s event was transformed into a live news set, with RTHK radio programme presenters Fiona CHING and Norman SIU introducing the new TV programmes in the style of a news broadcast. They were joined by news anchors Jolly WONG, Kenny YUNG, Yuki YUEN, Melissa GECOLEA, and Peter KOVEOS, along with TV programme hosts Gloria MAK, Irene HONG, Fanny LEE, Issac NG, Philip WONG, and John BRUCE. Nearly 60 university students currently interning at RTHK also attended, gaining insight into the collaborative efforts of the radio, television, and production divisions in creating the new programme lineup and learning more about RTHK’s role as a public service broadcaster.
RTHK TV32 to Launch New Programming from 20 July Supporting the Government in Explaining its Policies Presenting HK on a Global Stage .
Starting from 20 July, TV32 will expand its news coverage. From 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. each day, half-hourly anchor-presented news updates will be provided. In-depth reporting will also be enhanced, with the flagship Chinese news programme “Hong Kong Today” at 7:00 p.m. and the English-language “Evening News” at 8:00 p.m., both delivered by anchors to elevate the viewing experience.
In addition, prime time at 7:30 p.m. (Monday to Friday), a range of original current affairs programmes will be featured. The first of these, “Vision 15: Hong Kong’s Chapter”, jointly produced with Hong Kong Ta Kung Wen Wei Media Group, premiered on 8 July, offering accessible insights into Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan. From 20 July onward, TV32 will further roll out in-house productions, including: “Kan Shen Zhou”, “Global Insight”, “18 Heartfelt Vibes”, “On Broadcast Drive”, “Between Two Cities”, and English programme “The Current”.
DH investigates hospital-acquired case of Legionnaires' disease
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) said today (July 10) it is investigating a nosocomial (i.e. hospital-acquired) Legionnaires' disease (LD) case, and reminded the public of the importance of using and maintaining properly designed man-made water systems, adding that susceptible groups should strictly observe relevant precautions.
The case involves an 89-year-old male. He has been hospitalised at Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital (HKSH) since April 1 for his underlying illnesses, during which he occasionally experienced symptoms such as sputum production and shortness of breath. His shortness of breath worsened on July 6, prompting hospital staff to collect a respiratory specimen on the same day. The specimen collected tested positive for Legionella pneumophila (non-serogroup 1) by the Public Health Laboratory Services Branch under the CHP. The patient's condition improved following antibiotic treatment and is currently in stable condition.
Since the patient was hospitalised at HKSH throughout the incubation period (from June 26 to July 4), the CHP considered that this is a nosocomial case and conducted an environmental investigation at the hospital in order to determine the source of the infection.
A preliminary investigation revealed that, the patient had been admitted to a single-occupancy room in the general ward during the incubation period. The CHP collected 10 water samples and six environmental samples from the water tanks of the concerned building and the patient's ward. The results of laboratory testing are pending.
The CHP has instructed HKSH to suspend the use of the shower rooms in the ward concerned, thoroughly disinfect the water supply systems of the concerned ward and install bacterial filters as soon as possible. The CHP has also provided the hospital with health advice and medical surveillance recommendations, and will continue to closely monitor the implementation of these measures.
In addition, the CHP is arranging for other patients who were hospitalised on the same floor as the patient during the same period to undergo medical surveillance. No additional LD cases have been identified among them so far.
The CHP's investigation and follow-up work are ongoing.
Men, people aged over 50, smokers, alcoholics and persons with weakened immunity are more susceptible to LD. Some situations may also increase the risk of infection, including poor maintenance of water systems; living in areas with old water systems, cooling towers or fountains; using electric water heaters, whirlpool spas or hot water spring spas; and recent stays in hotels or ships.
Legionellae are found in various environmental settings and grow well in warm water (20 to 45 degrees Celsius). They can be found in aqueous environments such as water tanks, hot and cold water systems, cooling towers, whirlpool spas, water fountains, humidifiers and home respiratory devices that support breathing. People may become infected when they breathe in contaminated droplets (aerosols) and mist generated by artificial water systems, or when handling garden soil, compost and potting mixes.
Immunocompromised persons should:
- Use sterile or boiled water for drinking, tooth brushing and mouth rinsing;
- Avoid using humidifiers, or other mist- or aerosol-generating devices; and
- If using humidifiers, or other mist- or aerosol-generating devices, fill the water tank with only sterile or cooled freshly boiled water, and not water directly from the tap. Also, clean and maintain humidifiers/devices regularly according to manufacturers' instructions. Never leave stagnant water in a humidifier/device. Empty the water tank, wipe all surfaces dry, and change the water daily.
The public should observe the health advice below:
- Observe personal hygiene;
- Do not smoke and avoid alcohol consumption;
- Strainers in water taps and shower heads should be inspected, cleaned, descaled and disinfected regularly or at a frequency recommended by the manufacturer;
- If a fresh-water plumbing system is properly maintained, it is not necessary to install domestic water filters. Use of water filters is not encouraged as clogging occurs easily, which can promote growth of micro-organisms. In case water filters are used, the pore size should be 0.2 micrometres (µm) or less and the filter needs to be changed periodically according to the manufacturer's recommendations;
- Drain and clean water tanks of buildings at least quarterly;
- Drain or purge for at least one minute infrequently used water outlets (e.g. water taps, shower heads and hot water outlets) and stagnant points of the pipework weekly or before use;
- Seek and follow doctors' professional advice regarding the use and maintenance of home respiratory devices and use only sterile water (not distilled or tap water) to clean and fill the reservoir. Clean and maintain the device regularly according to the manufacturer's instructions. After cleaning/disinfection, rinse the device with sterile water, cooled freshly boiled water or water filtered with 0.2 µm filters. Never leave stagnant water in the device. Empty the water tank, keep all surfaces dry, and change the water daily; and
- When handling garden soil, compost and potting mixes:
- Wear gloves and a face mask;
- Water gardens and compost gently using low pressure;
- Open composted potting mixes slowly and make sure the opening is directed away from the face;
- Wet the soil to reduce dust when potting plants; and
- Avoid working in poorly ventilated places such as enclosed greenhouses.
The public may visit the CHP'sLD page, theCode of Practice for Prevention of LDand theHousekeeping Guidelines for Cold and Hot Water Systems for Building Managementof the Prevention of LD Committee, and the CHP'srisk-based strategyfor prevention and control of LD.
Additionally, as smokers and alcoholics are more susceptible to LD, the Government urgesmembers of the public to quit smoking and avoid drinking. Members of the public may call the DH Integrated Smoking Cessation Hotline at 1833 183, which is answered by registered nurses who provide professional counselling and referral to a wide range of free smoking cessation services. The public may also visit the smoking cessation thematic website (www.livetobaccofree.hk) for more information on smoking cessation. The DH has also developed and promulgated the Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention tool to primary healthcare service providers to facilitate the early identification and management of at-riskdrinkers. For information on alcohol-related harm, please visit the DH'sChange for Health website.
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