Talk of the town：Norovirus infection
【明報專訊】Numerous cases of norovirus (諾如病毒) infections have been reported in Hong Kong, as well as in neighbouring regions such as Japan and Taiwan. It is reported that the number of acute gastroenteritis (急性腸胃炎) cases in Hong Kong has been continually increasing since December last year.
Pat: ”Dr. Panda, I am very hungry. Can I eat this first? ”
Dr Panda: ” You have to wash your hands thoroughly before putting food into your mouth, or else you will be up all night in the bathroom! ”
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[Smarties' Power English 第437期]
