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Hong Kong scrambles to contain cholera outbreak in 1961 – from the SCMP archive

This article was first published on August 18, 1961. Hong Kong declared infected area Authorities adopt strict measures against cholera Stringent health measures to protect Hong Kong have been taken following the confirmation yesterday (August 17, 1961) of four cases of cholera and the declaration of the Colony as an infected area. There have been two deaths from the disease and another suspect…

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Hong Kong scrambles to contain cholera outbreak in 1961 – from the SCMP archive

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