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What is XEC, the new COVID variant spreading in the West?

The XEC variant is spreading across countries, showing mild symptoms but greater ease of transmission compared to earlier COVID strains.

What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?

HMPV causes cold or flu-like symptoms but can lead to serious complications in high-risk groups.

The deadly impact of burning wood and other solids in London

Research identifies wood-burning pollution as a significant contributor to increased death rates in London, particularly affecting respiratory health.

Indians slowly choking under clouds of air pollution DW 11/28/2024

New Delhi's chronic air pollution severely impacts public health, leading to rising cases of respiratory diseases and other related health concerns.

America's split on whether the pandemic is over

COVID-19 remains a threat despite easing restrictions and treatment akin to the flu.
Debate among public health experts on whether the virus should be treated uniquely or as part of other respiratory diseases.

What is XEC, the new COVID variant spreading in the West?

The XEC variant is spreading across countries, showing mild symptoms but greater ease of transmission compared to earlier COVID strains.

What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?

HMPV causes cold or flu-like symptoms but can lead to serious complications in high-risk groups.

The deadly impact of burning wood and other solids in London

Research identifies wood-burning pollution as a significant contributor to increased death rates in London, particularly affecting respiratory health.

Indians slowly choking under clouds of air pollution DW 11/28/2024

New Delhi's chronic air pollution severely impacts public health, leading to rising cases of respiratory diseases and other related health concerns.

America's split on whether the pandemic is over

COVID-19 remains a threat despite easing restrictions and treatment akin to the flu.
Debate among public health experts on whether the virus should be treated uniquely or as part of other respiratory diseases.
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Novel Blood Test Predicts Risk of Severe Lung Disease - News Center

A new blood test can identify adults at risk of developing severe respiratory illnesses like COPD.

Air pollution is causing epigenetic changes in Bogota residents

Permanent exposure to high air pollution in Bogota is causing DNA alterations linked to respiratory diseases.

Post-tuberculosis lung disease: A patient's story DW 05/02/2024

Tuberculosis survivors often experience long-term breathing difficulties even after successfully completing treatment.
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The Vaccines You'll Need This Fall and Winter

The CDC recommends updated vaccines, including RSV vaccination for those aged 75 and older, targeting a new COVID-19 strain, and adjusting the flu shot to include three strains.

We need to do more to ensure older adultsincluding those living in long-term care facilitiesare up to date on recommended vaccines

Older adults in long-term care facilities need to be better informed and facilitated to get recommended vaccines for respiratory viral diseases like influenza, COVID, and RSV.

The Vaccines You'll Need This Fall and Winter

The CDC recommends updated vaccines, including RSV vaccination for those aged 75 and older, targeting a new COVID-19 strain, and adjusting the flu shot to include three strains.

We need to do more to ensure older adultsincluding those living in long-term care facilitiesare up to date on recommended vaccines

Older adults in long-term care facilities need to be better informed and facilitated to get recommended vaccines for respiratory viral diseases like influenza, COVID, and RSV.
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Holiday Gatherings and a New Variant Are Fueling COVID-19 Deaths, WHO Says

Holiday gatherings and the spread of the Omicron variant led to increased transmission of COVID-19 in December.
Nearly 10,000 deaths were reported and hospital admissions jumped 42% in nearly 50 countries during the month.
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