Tag: Flu Season
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Nartatez Orders Heightened Health Measures for Cops Amid Flu Season
PNP Implements Stricter Health Protocols During Flu Season In response to an uptick in seasonal influenza cases, the Philippine National Police (PNP) leadership directed all police units nationwide on Friday, October 17, to heighten health and safety measures. The move aims to protect police personnel and the communities they serve from the spread of flu-like…
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PNP Heightens Health Measures Amid Flu Season in Philippines
PNP Orders Heightened Health Measures as Flu Season Rises With seasonal influenza cases increasing in recent weeks, the Philippine National Police (PNP) announced on Friday, October 17, that all police units nationwide should strengthen health and safety protocols. The move aims to protect police personnel and the communities they serve by reducing the risk of…
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PNP heightens health measures amid flu season
PNP Orders Heightened Health Measures Amid Flu Season In response to rising reports of seasonal flu, the Philippine National Police (PNP) leadership on Friday directed all police units nationwide to intensify health and safety measures. The move aims to protect police personnel and the communities they serve, ensuring that officers remain healthy and capable of…
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Explainer: How to differentiate flu types in Hong Kong and how to protect yourself
Understanding the flu landscape in Hong Kong Health authorities warn that the current flu season in Hong Kong could stretch into November, underscoring the importance of vaccination and personal protection. While influenza type A and type B can both lead to serious illness, they behave differently in terms of spread, severity, and affected groups. For…
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Explainer: Differentiating Flu Types in Hong Kong and How to Shield Yourself
Understanding the Flu Landscape in Hong Kong Hong Kong is navigating a persistent flu season that experts say may stretch into November. With vaccination as a cornerstone of protection, residents are keen to understand the differences between the circulating flu strains and how best to guard against illness. This explainer breaks down influenza A and…
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Hong Kong Faces an Active Summer Flu Season Lasting Into November, Experts Warn
Summer flu season in Hong Kong remains unusually active Hong Kong is experiencing a notably intensified summer flu season, with health officials warning that the surge could extend into November. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, reported that the city recorded about 70 outbreaks weekly over the past month, far…
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Hong Kong Faces An Active Summer Flu Season: Experts Warn It Could Last Into November
Hong Kong’s unusually active summer flu season Hong Kong is facing a notably lively summer influenza period, with health officials reporting a higher rate of outbreaks than in the previous winter. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, noted that roughly 70 influenza outbreaks have been identified weekly over the past…
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Hong Kong Faces Active Summer Flu Season Likely to Last Into November, Experts Warn
Hong Kong’s unusually active summer flu season and what it means Hong Kong is experiencing a notably active summer flu season that health officials warn could extend into November. The surge in influenza activity is drawing attention from public health experts and underscoring the importance of vaccination and preventive measures as families and schools navigate…
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Japan Faces Early Flu Epidemic as Schools Close and Hospitals Strain Under Surge
Overview: An Unseasonal Flu Surge Takes Hold Across Japan Japan is confronting an unusually early and sharply intensified influenza season. Health authorities have declared a nationwide flu epidemic five weeks ahead of the typical peak, with more than 4,000 people hospitalised as of early October. The surge has prompted the temporary closure of at least…
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Residents Can Get Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccines Starting Oct. 20
New Vaccination Clinics Open for Influenza and COVID-19 Residents planning to shield themselves this fall can mark a key date on their calendars: vaccination clinics for both influenza and COVID-19 vaccines open on Monday, October 20. Health officials emphasize that getting vaccinated is an important step in protecting vulnerable community members and reducing the impact…