Prevent Streptococcus suis infection
| Doctor: | Streptococcus suis can cause serious illnesses. The bacterium can enter the human body through skin wounds. To prevent infection, people should avoid contact with pigs. |
| Butcher A: | Wear protective gloves when handling raw pork. |
| Butcher B: | Disinfect and cover all wounds properly. |
| Housewife: | Wash hands after handling raw pork. Raw pork and cooked food should be dealt with and kept separately. Pork should be cooked thoroughly before consumption. |
| Traveller: | And don't bring meat into Hong Kong without a permit. |
| Super: | Prevent Streptococcus suis infection |
| Endsuper: | Centre for Health Protection www.chp.gov.hk Hotline: 2833 0111 Department of Health |