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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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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

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.
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