Briefs | Two new bus routes begin operation

The Transport Bureau (DSAT) has announced that two new bus routes, 51A and 30X, will be implemented  from today. The two buses will pick up and alight passengers along the Macau Peninsula, Taipa and Coloane. Bus 51A will run on a daily basis from 6 a.m. until midnight, departing from the new bus terminal – Praia/Terminal, at Fai Chi Kai – from every six up to 15 minutes. Bus 30X will run from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., from Monday to Saturday, departing every six to 10 minutes, transporting passengers between the boarder gate and Taipa old city.

Health Bureau recalls eye drops

The Health Bureau (SSM) is instructing import companies and wholesalers to recall a type of ophthalmic solution called “Ribavirin Eye Drops – 8 ml,” which is produced by the Chinese pharmaceutical company Wujing Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. The eye drops were supplied to the city’s hospitals, pharmacies, and private medical care centers. Earlier, China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) reported that the aforementioned company had been accused of experimental data infringement, producing record infringement, as well as incurring in other infractions. SSM urges residents who have used this product to contact their doctor or pharmacist for further treatment.

Installation of 66 light displays for Moon Cake Festival

The Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau (IACM) will arrange 66 light displays in the city for the upcoming Moon Cake Festival.  A set consisting of 43 light displays will be installed in the Macau Peninsula, and another of 23 at Taipa, including some at the Largo do Senado and at the Praça do Tap Seac. In comparison to last year, an additional 10 displays are being arranged.  Decorations resembling lighted rabbits, or showing traditional places, will be available to the public. The decorations will be on display from the beginning of September to the beginning of October.