CHP Continues to Follow up on Food Poisoning Clusters Involving Eaton Hong Kong

2026-09-05 14:24 Last Updated At：09-06 16:53

CHP continues to follow up on food poisoning clusters involving Eaton Hong Kong in Yau Ma Tei

Following the announcement of two food poisoning clusters involving The Astor at Eaton Hong Kong in Yau Ma Tei on September 3, the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health has recorded three additional food poisoning clusters involving the same food premises from yesterday (September 4) until noon today (September 5). The CHP's preliminary investigations revealed that all five clusters are epidemiologically linked. A total of 14 persons have been affected. Officers from the CHP and Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) had jointly conducted an on-site investigation earlier and required the management to implement control measures. All affected persons had patronised the buffet there before the operation.

The latest three clusters involve six persons, one male and five females, who consumed buffet meals at the food premises between August 29 and 31. Between 16 and 40 hours later, they developed symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain and fever. As for the two clusters announced on September 3, the number of affected individuals has increased from seven to eight. None of the affected required hospitalisation and they are currently in stable condition.

The CHP urged anyone who dined at the food premises concerned between August 29 and September 2, and subsequently developed gastrointestinal discomfort or a fever to seek medical attention immediately. Staff of the FEHD, including personnel of the Centre for Food Safety (CFS) and the Environmental Hygiene Branch, and the CHP conducted a joint investigation, and examined the food handling processes and hygiene at the concerned premises. Food samples were also collected for testing. The CFS immediately instructed the food premises to suspend serving the incriminated food items, and to carry out cleaning and disinfection of the premises.The officers have also provided health education related to food safety and environmental hygiene to the staff of the premises. In accordance with the FEHD's instructions, the food premises has also ceased selling the relevant food items and temporarily suspended operations to conduct a thorough cleaning and disinfection.

Investigations by the CHP and the CFS are ongoing.

To prevent foodborne diseases, members of the public are reminded to maintain personal, food and environmental hygiene at all times. When dining out, one should:

Avoid eating raw seafood;

Be a discerning consumer in choosing cold dishes, including sashimi, sushi and raw oysters at a buffet;

Choose pasteurised eggs, egg products or dried egg powder for dishes that often use undercooked eggs;

Patronise only reliable and licensed restaurants;

Ensure food is thoroughly cooked before eating during a hotpot or barbecue meal;

Handle raw and cooked foods carefully and separate them completely during the cooking process;

Use two sets of chopsticks and utensils to handle raw and cooked foods;

Avoid patronising illegal food hawkers;

Drink boiled water;

Susceptible populations, including those with weakened immunity, the elderly, pregnant women and young children are at a higher risk of foodborne diseases, so they should not consume raw or undercooked foods;

Refrain from trying to use salt, vinegar, wine or wasabi to kill bacteria as they are not effective; and

Always wash hands before eating and after going to the toilet.

CAS Celebrates China's Founding Anniversary with Cadet Corps Foot Drill Competition and National Security Cup Awards

Celebrating 77th anniversary of founding of People's Republic of China and 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to motherland - CAS Cadet Corps Foot Drill Competition 2026 held

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) today (September 6) held the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, and the CAS Cadet Corps Foot Drill Competition 2026 at its headquarters. The competitions and award presentation ceremony were officiated by the Head of the Government Laboratory, Government Chemist, Dr Cheung Tsz-chun.

This year's Cadet Corps Foot Drill Competition was conducted in the form of the Chinesestyle foot drill, aiming to strengthen their sense of belonging to the country, patriotism and national identity. More than 250 cadets formed into 14 teams in the competition, earning nine awards in total. A new National Security Cup (Overall Champion) was added this year to encourage and recognise members who achieve outstanding results across the various competition categories.

Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Cheung said that witnessing the cadets' pursuit of "doing well and doing even better" in drills perfectly aligns with the professional spirit of their work at the Government Laboratory. Earlier, the CAS organised a summer internship and experience program for its Cadet Corps, selecting members to intern at the Government Laboratory. He observed, across various learning sessions, the curiosity and thirst for knowledge that each member displayed toward the unknown. When laboratory colleagues demonstrated to the cadets how to analyse samples with precision instruments and how to discover facts using scientific methods, many cadets eagerly asked questions, which were both deep and creative.

He said that laboratory work is closely related to national security and citizens' lives. From food security, biosecurity and environmental monitoring to forensic testing and public health, the Government Laboratory applies scientific knowledge every day to safeguard society, protecting the health and safety of the public. The core of laboratory work, like what the cadets demonstrate on the drill field, is the same: mission, responsibility, discipline, and a heart for serving society.

He said that since its establishment, the CAS Cadet Corps has been dedicated to youth training, using discipline training, community service, and various learning activities to help young people develop proper values and a spirit of serving society. He said he hopes that, through the summer internship and the experience of visits to the Government Laboratory, a seed of scientific curiosity will be planted in the cadets' hearts; and he encouraged them to remain curious, ask questions, and dare to try, as these qualities will become their most valuable assets regardless of the profession they choose in the future.

Dr Cheung said that looking ahead, the CAS will continue to encourage cadets to participate in discipline training and community service, and to assist in promoting national security education, cultivating young people to become future leaders and responsible citizens.

The CAS Cadet Corps accepts applications throughout the year. For details on recruitment and application forms, please visit the CAS website (www.cas.gov.hk/eng/org/cadet_corps.html).

CHP Continues to Follow up on Food Poisoning Clusters Involving Eaton Hong Kong

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CHP Continues to Follow up on Food Poisoning Clusters Involving Eaton Hong Kong

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