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Mpox cases linked to Hong Kong gay sauna; contact tracing ongoing

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Hong Kong health officials are investigating five Mpox cases linked to a gay sauna in Mong Kok. All affected individuals reportedly engaged in high-risk activities at the Hutong sauna. The venue has been temporarily closed as contact tracing efforts are underway to identify and monitor potential exposures. AI

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Mpox cases linked to Hong Kong gay sauna; contact tracing ongoing

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kristen Cheung ·

    5 Mpox cases linked to Hong Kong ‘premier’ gay sauna, contact tracing under way

    Hong Kong health authorities have identified at least five Mpox cases linked to a club offering “premier” gay sauna services in Mong Kok, with the venue temporarily closed amid ongoing epidemiological investigations. The Centre for Health Protection said the five cases, including…

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