acid attacks along mong kok, hong kong

Last Monday, 8th of June, was the third time that an acid attack happened along the busy Nelson Street in Mong Kok in HK. The attack was the third of its kind within the last six months. The first incident was December last year and the second was last May 17 which prompted the HK government to install eight CCTV surveillance cameras amounting to HKD 1.7 million but just five hours after the cameras were switched on the third attack happened. Twenty-four people were hurt during the last attack and 10 of them are first-time visitors from the Philippines. Any information leading to the arrest of those responsible for three attacks since December will be given a reward of HKD 900,ooo. Just be reminded to take necessary precautions when you happen to visit the busy district of Mong Kok.

human swine influenza (A/H1N1)

As of this time, Philippines has 39 confirmed human cases of A/H1N1 that originated from Mexico and spread to many countries world wide. Originally known to circulate among pig populations, the swine flu viruses do occasionally infect human beings.

• SYMPTOMS

Usually similar to those of human seasonal influenza and include:

1. fever
2. lethargy
3. loss of appetite
4. coughing

Some people may also have:

1. runny nose
2. sore throat
3. nausea
4. vomiting
5. diarrhea

• MODE OF TRANSMISSION

Human to human transmission is thought to occur in the same way as seasonal flu mainly through coughing or sneezing. People may also become infected by touching objects soiled with flu viruses and then touching their nose or mouth.

Swine flu has not been shown to be transmissible to people through eating properly handled and cooked pork or pork products. Cooking pork to an internal temperature of 70 deg C (160 deg F) kills the swine flu virus.

• MANAGEMENT

People who develop flu symptoms should put on a mask and consult a doctor as soon as possible. Those who have been to affected places or been exposed to sick persons should tell the doctor the travel and contact history. Antiviral agents can reduce the severity and duration of illness but must be used under doctor's prescription. It is important for people not to self medicate.

• PREVENTION

Since human seasonal flu is different from human H1N1 flu, vaccines for human seasonal flu viruses will not provide protection against swine flu viruses.

People should observe the following precautionary measures:

1. Keep hands clean and wash hands properly. Alcohol-based handrub is also effective when hands are not visibly soiled.
2. Avoid touching mouth, nose or eyes.
3. Wash hands with liquid soap promptly if they are dirtied by respiratory secretions, e.g. after sneezing or coughing.
4. Cover nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing.
5. Do not spit. Always wrap nasal and mouth discharges with tissue paper, and dispose of the tissue paper properly in a rubbish bin with a lid.
6. Wear mask when respiratory symptoms of fever develop. See a doctor right away.
7. Do not go to work or school if you develop influenza-like symptoms.

Avoid travelling to affected places unless it is absolutely needed. If such a visit is unavoidable:

1. During the trip: put on a mask and do not have contact with sick people.
2. After returning: pay close attention to your health and wear masks for 7 days. Seek medical consultation from public clinics or hospitals right away if fever or influenza-like symptoms appear.

hong kong disneyland

March 8, 2009 was our HK Disneyland day! It was a fun-filled day...kahit na halos buong araw naming naiisip na sana kasama namin ang mga chikiting ng aming mga buhay (na sa case namin ng sister kong si Ruthie ay ang aming niece na si Althea Nicole). We really enjoyed the day...as in, para ulit kaming mga bata na gustong magpa-picture sa mga andoong Disney characters. Sayang nga lamang at wala ang favourite ko na si Ariel. Kahit di kami ang nagbukas ng Disneyland that day eh kami naman ang ilan sa mga nagsara dahil di matapos ang pamimili ng mga pasalubong!!! Di ko maalala kung ilang shopping bags ang bitbit namin...pati ako nakibitbit na rin sa kanila. Going to HK Disneyland, you can take taxi but i recommend that you take MTR Tsuen Wan Line to Lai King station and interchange for the Tung Chung Line. Alight at Sunny Bay station and take the interchange again for the Disneyland train going to the Disneyland Resort. The park is open from 10:30 am until 8pm.

mabuhay!!!

me with Ruthie and Miaow-chi...este Marie pala! (buti di sila pinagsama ni mickey, jeje!)

group picture with mickey!

share sa float sina snow white, sleeping beauty at cinderella

andaming mga kababayan!

Ruthie, enjoying the parade...hanggang sa gilid lang kami (ariel's float at the back)

mula pagdating sa umaga...souvenirs...

hanggang gabihin sa pamimili ng pasalubong!

For more of our pictures please click HERE!

ocean park hong kong

One of the popular spots you must go to if you happen to visit Hong Kong. It is located in the Southern part of Hong Kong Island. Transportation going to Ocean Park will never be a problem for you can take taxi or bus from MTR Admiralty Station. Tickets are available at the entrance but if you hate queueing up and rather take pictures while waiting for the park to open then you can buy tickets from travel agencies. For the Filipino tourists I suggest than you can go and buy your tickets in World Wide House located in Central District and maybe you can even avail of discounted tickets. The park is open from 10am until 6pm...tuesday up to sunday and offers loads of fun for all. Here are some fun-filled pictures of us when we went there last 7th of March, 2009.

dapat entrance pa lang bongga na!

staffs of the park are there to help you out especially for group pictures

my sister, Ruthie, enjoying the view from the cable car

ganda sa loob, pramis!

makipaglaro daw ba sa pagong? hahaha!

sister-hood bonding!

For more pictures please click HERE!