‘World’s latest health menace’ spreading rapidly, according to WHO; disease can be permanently disfiguring, risk of death as high as 11 per cent.
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World Health Organization warns China’s zero-case strategy is unsustainable and shifting strategies is of utter importance.
Health Bureau reports drop of 21% over 2020, urges residents to look out for potential cases and to seek psychological help if needs be.
New function kicks off at social services facilities on Monday, and will be installed at eateries, medical institutions and entertainment venues by Chinese New Year.
Health Bureau aligning its procedures with mainland authorities, keeping a watchful eye on vaccine development as new variant spreads rapidly around the world.
World Health Organization warns new strain carries an increased risk of reinfection, making it potentially more dangerous than Delta variant.
Health Bureau appeals to residents to reach out to those close to them who may be struggling emotionally.
Medical staff await the findings of international studies before launching roll-out; new contact tracing function on Macao Health Code ready soon.
Rate may be down but officials appeal to public to take greater care of vulnerable friends and neighbours.
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