Authorities have called on older residents to take care of their health as Hong Kong heads into colder weather. Photo: Dickson Lee
Authorities have called on older residents to take care of their health as Hong Kong heads into colder weather. Photo: Dickson Lee

Coronavirus: cases top 9,000 in Hong Kong for first time in more than 2 months, authorities warn of healthcare burden amid cold weather

  • More elderly residents could become ill during the approaching cold weather, authorities say
  • Officials stress changes in how public healthcare resources are used means city is better prepared for any further increases in case numbers

Authorities have called on older residents to take care of their health as Hong Kong heads into colder weather. Photo: Dickson Lee
Authorities have called on older residents to take care of their health as Hong Kong heads into colder weather. Photo: Dickson Lee
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