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Rising Respiratory Diseases in Chinese Children: Concerns and Precautions

Concerns Rise as Chinese Pediatric Departments Reach Saturation Point WHO Seeks More Information on Increase in Respiratory Diseases Among Chinese Children On the 22nd, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that it had requested additional information from the Chinese authorities regarding the increase in cases of respiratory disease and pneumonia among Chinese children. China’s National […]

Shortage of New RSV Vaccine ‘Beyfortus’ Highlights Need for Priority Vaccination

Shortage of New RSV Vaccine “Beyfortus” in US Doctors in the United States have been advised to prioritize the new infant vaccine “Beyfortus” against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for babies most at risk of serious disease, as the drug is currently in short supply, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Priority […]

Preventing the hMPV Virus: Strengthening Your Body and Recognizing Worrying Symptoms

The Importance of Preventing the hMPV Virus As research continues to emphasize the preventability of the hMPV virus, it becomes increasingly important to focus on strengthening the body’s immune system. By following proper health guidelines and taking preventive measures, it is possible to reduce the risk of contracting this respiratory virus. Stay Informed with “Worrying […]

Outbreak of hMPV and RSV: Impact on Children and the Elderly

Outbreak of hMPV and RSV in Late Rainy Season and Early Winter Dr. Manoon Leechawengwong Reveals Alarming Data on Respiratory Viruses Dr. Manoon Leechawengwong, an esteemed specialist in respiratory diseases at Vichaiyut Hospital, has disclosed crucial information regarding the prevalence of hMPV and RSV during the transition from the late rainy season to early winter. […]

Significant RSV Outbreak Among Young Children Raises Questions About Montelukast Use: Insights from Professor Dr. Yong Phuwarawan

Significant Outbreak of RSV Among Young Children Under 5 Expert Raises Concerns About the Use of Montelukast in RSV Patients with Bronchiolitis October 27, 2023 – In a recent Facebook post, Professor Dr. Yong Poovorawan, Head of the Center of Expertise in Clinical Virology at the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, highlighted […]

When to Get a Flu Shot: Understanding the Difference Between Flu and Coronavirus Symptoms

Title: Understanding the Differences Between Flu Symptoms and COVID-19: Get Your Flu Shot Now In an effort to help individuals differentiate between the symptoms of influenza and COVID-19, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency has provided valuable information on when to get a flu shot. The national flu vaccination will be available from September […]

RSV and Influenza Spreading Rapidly in Thailand: Warning from Dr. Yong

RSV and Influenza Spreading Rapidly in Thailand, Warns Expert Renowned virologist Dr. Yong Poovorawan, Head of the Center of Expertise in Clinical Virology at Chulalongkorn University, has issued a warning regarding the heavy spread of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza in Thailand. Despite the diseases not posing significant severity, they have proven to be […]

Respiratory Infections Surge in Thailand’s Rainy Season: Urgent Call to Wear Masks

Alarming Rise in Respiratory Infections Amid Relaxed Mask-Wearing September 25 – The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, Dr. Opas Karnkawinphong, issued a warning today about the escalating rate of respiratory infections in Thailand. Despite the country’s decrease in COVID-19 cases, the flu and other respiratory illnesses have surged to levels surpassing those […]

COVID-19 Update: Decrease in Cases and Comparison with Flu

COVID-19 Update: New Cases and Vaccination Progress The Department of Disease Control has released its weekly report on the status of COVID-19. The data for the 38th week, covering the period from September 10th to September 16th, 2023, reveals that there were 234 new patients admitted to hospitals. This translates to an average of 33 […]