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In view of this, he urged parents of susceptible children
between six months and five years to bring them immediately to the
nearest government maternal and child health centre for immunisation.
The campaign period was "simply a time of added publicity emphasis,
and free vaccine is available throughout the year."
for 98.
Of the 99 deaths recorded during October, tuberculosis accounted
Three cases of malaria were notified, but the spokesman said
all three were "imported" by visitors.
No local case of malaria had been recorded for the last five
and the disease could be said to have been virtually eliminated
from Hong Kong.
There were no reports of diphtheria, meningitis or poliomyelitis
during October. The incidence of other communicable diseases showed no
appreciable variation.
During the month, Hong Kong remained free from cholera and other
quarantinable diseases.
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
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Motorists are advised that Jackson Road, between Connaught Road
Central and Chater Road, will be closed to vehicles between 7.45 p.m. and
8.45 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday).
No vehicles, other than those proceeding under police authority,
will be allowed into the closed section.
Traffic signs will be posted to
guide motorists.
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