Monday, July 9, 2012

Cebu Pacific monitoring Cambodia disease outbreak

Updated as of 07/09/2012 6:02 PM

MANILA, Philippines - Cebu Pacific is closely monitoring reports regarding a mysterious illness that has killed dozens of children in Cambodia, the airline said Monday afternoon.

Cebu Pacific, in a press statement, said it continues to operate flights to and from Siem Reap as scheduled, as airport operations remain normal.

"While we have not received an official advisory on this matter, we understand that some passengers may wish to reschedule their CEB flights to and from Siem Reap to a later time," it said.

"Guests may rebook theirflights without fees, for travel up to 30 days from original departure date. They may also choose to place the value of their booking in a travel fund by calling the CEB hotline at (02) 70-20-888 / (032) 230-88-88," it added.

Health officials have found clues on the mystery illness.

Cambodia's Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization said many of the fatalities were positive for Enterovirus Type 71, which causes hand, foot, and mouth disease. - with a report from ANC

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