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A handful of sickly scouts are still suffering from the contagious norovirus and are isolated in the hospital tent at the jamboree in Christchurch.
Canterbury medical officer of health Alastair Humphrey told NZPA four children were in the hospital tent and 18 were in the holding tent.
Eight other children had also come down with chicken pox.
About 25 children were waiting to be assessed today, but most would probably not be infected, Dr Humphrey said.
"It's good to see those large numbers sitting there because that means people are being careful before they leave the site and make sure they are not infected with norovirus."
At least seven children will have to stay in Christchurch until they are well again.
Three of those children had arranged accommodation in Christchurch but the rest would have to stay at the camp, Dr Humphrey said.
"Arrangements have been made for them to be cared for and entertained for the next day or two before they are ready to go home."
Dr Humphrey said by last night about 104 scouts in total had been seen in the last five days.
"Which is quite good because it's only something like 2 per cent of the whole population of the camp, which is remarkable."
- NZPA
