MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome) a viral respiratory disease
Symptoms
Fever
Cough
Shortness of Breath
DO
Wash hands frequently with liquid soap and water
Consult your doctor before travelling to review the risk during travel
If you become unwell after returning from travel, see a doctor and report your travel history
DON'T
Come into contact with animals especially camels
Come into contact with sick persons
Consume raw or undercooked animal products
Centre for Health Protection Website
www.chp.gov.hk
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Health Education Infoline of the Department of Health
2833 0111
Revised in December 2019