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www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

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. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

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. [ more ]
time.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

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. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Coronavirus

CDC sounds alarm about low vaccination rates amid rising respiratory virus activity

The CDC is urging an increase in vaccination coverage to combat respiratory diseases
Low vaccination rates and increasing respiratory disease activity could lead to more severe disease and strain on healthcare [ more ]
Futurism
5 months ago
Coronavirus

China Says Surge of Illness Not Caused by New Virus

China is experiencing a surge in respiratory diseases caused by known viruses and bacteria, not new pathogens.
The surge in illnesses occurred after China lifted its COVID lockdowns and people began gathering again.
The World Health Organization and Chinese health officials state that hospitals have not been overwhelmed and the current surge is still lower than pre-pandemic levels. [ more ]
time.com
6 months ago
Coronavirus

Your 2023 Holiday Season Guide to COVID-19, Flu, and RSV

Late fall and winter are peak times for COVID-19, flu, and RSV to spread.
Getting vaccinated and taking precautions can help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases during the holiday season. [ more ]
Axios
2 months ago
Public health

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. [ more ]
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