The Centre for Health Protection is investigating an Enterovirus-71 infection with neurological complications involving an 18-month-old girl.

The Yuen Long girl came down with a fever and rash on April 17, and blisters on her limbs and oral ulcers the next day.

She was admitted to Princess Margaret Hospital April 19 and she is in stable condition.

The centre said the infection is transmitted by direct contact with nose and throat discharges, calling on the public to be vigilant against the disease and observe good personal hygiene. Children suffering from the infection should stay at home and avoid contact with other children.

It was the 20th case of EV71 reported this year. A total of 31 and 98 cases were reported in 2009 and 2008.

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