Health experts have warned against the highly contagious disease known as the ‘100-day cough’ that has spread across the UK | File In response to the soaring cases of pertussis, a bacterial infection of the lungs, health experts have warned about the highly contagious disease known as the ‘100-day cough’ that has spread across the […]

Doctor explains treatment for whooping cough on This Morning In the winter months it is expected that we will see a rise in respiratory illnesses. The drop in temperature and the fact we spend more time indoors makes us more vulnerable to infection. Therefore, it is not unusual to experience something like a cold or […]

Damien Drury, 44, died at the Royal Blackburn Hospital on August 26 having been extremely unwell in the days prior, breathing shallowly and with a wheezy cough. Drury, who was born in Burnley and lived in Nelson, was known to Inspire having first been referred there in 2007. The inquest at Accrington Town Hall heard […]

Nagpur: With recent showers and cloud cover, the city’s air quality improved to its best in the last two months as the pollution levels came down to as low as 64 on Friday. With the first spell of dip in mercury in October, the ambient air quality had shot up beyond 201 and it remained […]

Now is the time to get vaccinated to stay safe and healthy amid holiday gatherings and rising levels of respiratory viruses, including the flu, COVID-19 and RSV, experts say. “To protect yourself and your family this holiday season, take the steps that we do every year to protect ourselves,” Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the […]

Title: Surge in RSV Cases during Holiday Season Raises Concerns among Medical Professionals The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed the first death related to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) this season, fueling concerns among medical professionals about the rising number of cases, particularly among children. Dr. Liz Placzek of Children’s Minnesota reported treating approximately […]

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In a shocking turn of events, a mysterious illness befell the President of the United States shortly after his inauguration, ultimately leading to his untimely demise. This unfortunate incident left the nation in mourning and sparked a constitutional crisis. Let’s delve into the details surrounding this tragic event. On a cold and blustery day on […]

The human lungs are remarkable organs that work tirelessly to ensure our bodies receive the oxygen they need to thrive. However, various factors like pollution, smoking, or certain diseases can weaken them over time. Thankfully, there are natural ways to strengthen your lungs and boost their capacity. By adopting certain lifestyle changes, dietary habits, and […]

Open this picture in the gallery: A kidney dish with syringes containing the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine sits in a refrigerator ready for use at a vaccination center in Prisdorf, Germany, on February 26, 2022.Georg Wendt/The Associated Press The latest news Canadian pediatric hospitals are bracing for a surge in respiratory illnesses over the holidays, although […]

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic a number of variants of the disease have emerged. Some come and go without making much difference to infection rates, while others can cause them to skyrocket. Omicron is a Covid strain that led to a sharp uptick in cases in the UK, for example. And in recent […]

PITTSFIELD — As the Berkshires heads into its first post-pandemic winter, local health experts are recommending vaccination and vigilance for COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The winter months generally mean an uptick in cases of flu, RSV and COVID-19 due to people staying inside more often and cold, dry air making disease transmission more […]

You may have heard reports about outbreaks of pneumonia affecting children in the Netherlands, Denmark and parts of the US and China, which are higher than usual for this time of year. Parents are keeping a watchful eye on the news, while public health officials monitor the global incidence of severe respiratory infections and record […]

A case report by some Qatar-based researchers points out though vaccines are broadly safe, some rare, life-threatening side effects have been reported in the recent past, and myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle) is one of them.The authors of the report have described the case of a Covid-19 mRNA vaccine-induced myocarditis in a young male. […]

Health Secretary Lo Chung-mau on Saturday asked people not to panic amid the rise of respiratory infections in Hong Kong. Speaking to reporters, the health chief said there are no vaccines for diseases like mycoplasma, but the government is well-prepared to handle more infections. When asked about suggestions from experts on screening arrangements for inbound […]

Bluetongue is a viral infection which affects animals such as cows and sheep Movement restrictions have been put in place after two animals were found to have the livestock disease bluetongue. A 10km (6.2m) temporary control zone for moving livestock is now in force around the farm just outside Cantley, near Acle in Norfolk. The […]

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — Respiratory viruses are back with a vengeance. Tragically, the health department is reporting Minnesota’s first RSV death of the season. It hits older folks and young kids the hardest. The number of people going to the hospital for RSV is rising rapidly. Inside the Parker-Roberts household in Brooklyn Park, pictures fill […]

What is Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)? Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common virus that primarily affects the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. It is most prevalent in infants, premature babies, and adults with poor health, but it can also affect older, healthy adults. It spreads through direct contact such as sneezing, coughing, sharing […]

Allegheny Health Network, an affiliate of Warren General Hospital since 2018, is providing tips for those with children as cases of viral respiratory infections and flu rise into the holiday season. “Our AHN outpatient pediatric offices have seen an increase in cases of respiratory syncytial virus and influenza, which tracks with what we’re […]

















