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Ms. Sally Kwok
NurseHealth Education Unit
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Welcome
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UHS Is located at the Clinic Road, the east of the University Headquarters
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Website: http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/uhs
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Range of Services
Medical Consultation
Dental Service
Health Education
Nursing Service
Laboratory
Physiotherapy
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Provide primary medical care
Medications will be provided at our dispensary
Patient can be referred to a specialist if necessary
Book appointments in advance
by telephone through the internet walk-in
Medical Consultation
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Dispensary
Our formulary covers a broad range of medications from
short term remedial preparations to
chronic maintenance therapeutics
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Nursing Service
Monitoring of Vital Signs
Wound Care
Immunization and Injections
Ear syringing
Physical Assessment
Procedure e.g. ECG
Nursing Care in the Observation Room
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Laboratory Service
A participant of the Quality Assurance Program organized by the Hong Kong Medical Technology Association (HKMTA)
All test results performed by the laboratory are accurate and up to standard
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Physiotherapy Service
Provide a wide range of services mostly related to musculoskeletal problem and injuries
referral by UHS Physicians
Short Wave Diatherapy (SWD) Interferential Therapy (IFT) Traction Ultrasound (US) Laser Therapy H-wave Therapy Anodyne Rebox Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) Interactive Weightbearing Exercise Platform
(IWE)
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Minor Procedure
Our operating room is equipped to handle some surgical procedures in an out patient setting, including:
Removal of benign skin lesions (lumps and bumps)Wart removalSkin biopsiesSuturing and stitchesDrainage of abscessRemoval of foreign bodyCryotherapy by liquid nitrogenDiathermy
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Dental Services
Consultation and examination
Preventive treatment and restorations
Prosthodontics and minor surgeries
Urgent treatment strictly for emergencies
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Health Promotion
Occupational Safety ProgrammeStandard First Aid Certificate Course
Elementary First Aid Course
First aid box
Health Campaign
Hepatitis Awareness Campaign
Influenza vaccination Campaign
Cervical Cancer Prevention Campaign
Blood Donation Campaign
Health Talk
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Public Health Measures
Monitoring water sample in the Swimming Pool with the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Monitoring the kitchen hygiene canteens with the FEHD
Monitoring food samples (bacterial counts) in canteens with the FEHD
Monitoring occurrence of any communicable diseases in campus
Giving advice to canteen management committee on health related matters
Arranging seminar for food handling workers every year during summer
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Campus Health Ambassadors Programme Outreaching Activities
Health Promotion
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Health Promotion- Travel Health
Advice on Common Travel Diseases Food-borne Mosquito-borne Animal-borne
Prophylactic drugs and immunizations Anti-malarial drugsAcute mountain sicknessTravel pack DT and Hepatitis A
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Contact Us
•3943 6422
Health Enquiry
•3943 6439 Medical Appointment (By
appointment/ walk-in/ Internet)
•3943 6412 Dental Services
• 3943 6428Health Education
Email: [email protected]
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What to do in Case of Emergency?
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What to do in Case of Emergency?
Keep CALM
When UHS is open: Call UHS (Tel:3943 6422)
When UHS is closed/ severe case:
- Ambulance service: Call 999 and Security Unit of CUHK (Tel: 3943 7999)
- Urgent medical attention: A&E Dept
(Prince of Wales Hospital in Shatin)
Inform OAL on the spot
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INFLUENZA
Current health-related issue
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Seasonal Influenza
Influenza is a common viral illness
It is usually more common in periods from January to March and from July to August in Hong Kong
Three types of influenza viruses are recognised, namely A, B and C
Influenza A viruses can further be subtyped on the basis of two surface antigens: haemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N)
E.g. Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 virus
Avian influenza (H5N1)
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Influenza A (H1N1) 2009
(Human Swine Flu)Seasonal Influenza
In the spring of 2009, influenza A (H1N1) 2009 virus emerged to cause illness in human and resulted in a pandemic in mid 2009.
Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 virus has now become one of the seasonal influenza strains in Hong Kong.
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Pandemic influenza Avian influenza
A global outbreak of disease that occurs when a new influenza virus appears or "re-emerges" in the human population against which the human has no immunity, spreads and causes disease worldwide.
An infectious disease of birds and poultry caused by type A strains of the influenza virus (influenza A H5N1 and H7N9 viruses)
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Seasonal influenza vaccination
Safe and effective in preventing seasonal influenza and its complications
Should be received in October or November every year
Emergence of new strains occurs from time to time at irregular intervals, which may cause outbreaks
WHO recommends appropriate formulation of influenza vaccine for every influenza season
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Seasonal Influenza
An acute illness of the respiratory tract characterized by fever, headache, muscle ache, running nose, cough and sore throat
by droplets when coughing and sneezing or talking, may also spread by direct contact with the secretions of infected persons
Influenza affects the population in general. When influenza occurs in certain at risk population, it is associated with increased risk of complications
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Management of Seasonal Influenza
Have adequate rest and drink plenty of water
Refrain from work or school when having symptoms of influenza. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or deteriorate
Antibiotics which target bacterial infection but not viral infection will not cure influenza or make recovery faster
Antiviral agents may reduce severity and duration of illness but must be used under doctor's prescription
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Personal Hygiene
Keep hands clean Wash hands with liquid soap and water properly When hands are not visibly soiled, clean hands with 70 -
80% alcohol-based handrub
Maintain cough manners Cover nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing Dispose of soiled tissue paper properly in a lidded rubbish
bin Wash hands thoroughly after sneezing or coughing Put on a surgical mask when having respiratory symptoms
Observe environmental hygiene Maintain good indoor ventilation When influenza is prevalent, avoid going to crowded or
poorly ventilated public places
Should also maintain balanced diet, exercise regularly, take adequate rest, do not smoke and avoid overstress.
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GASTROENTERITIS
Current health-related issues
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Viral gastroenteritis
An inflammation of the stomach and small and large intestines
Caused by a variety of viruses such as norovirus and rotavirus
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Symptoms of Viral Gastroenteritis
Watery diarrhoea and vomitingOther symptoms include:
Headache Fever Abdominal cramps
The symptoms begin 1-2 days following infection with a virus generally that causes gastroenteritis.
The symptoms may last for 1-10 days depending on which virus causes the illness.
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Can be transmitted by: food or water contaminated with the viruses contact with vomitus or faeces from infected persons contact with
contaminated objects aerosol spread
Incubation period : 24-48 hours
Management: Require fluid replacement and supportive treatment Medications, including antibiotics (which have no effect on viruses)
and other treatments
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Prevention
Frequent handwashing
Prompt disinfection of contaminated surfaces with 1 in 49 diluted household bleach (1 part of household bleach containing 5.25% sodium hypochlorite in 49 parts of water)
Prompt washing of soiled articles of clothing
Eat only thoroughly cooked food, particularly seafood and shellfish
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Committee on
Health Promotion and Protection
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Contact Points
Ms Tiffany Chan, UHS(Tel: 3943 6436 Email: [email protected])
Committee on Health Promotion and Protection Email: [email protected]
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Thank You