Tag: Healthcare System
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Waiting in the Wind: Senior with Influenza Dela ys in Edmonton Emergency Department
Family Details Emergent 90-Hour Wait in Edmonton ER The case unfolding in Edmonton has brought renewed attention to how emergency departments manage flu season strains, especially for older patients. Carla Peck says her 79-year-old father was rushed to a local hospital with a serious influenza infection, and his wait time stretched far beyond expectations. What…
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Senior with Influenza Waited 90 Hours in Edmonton Emergency Department, Family Says
Overview: A Family’s Account of a Long ER Wait In Edmonton, a family is reporting a troubling ordeal: a 79-year-old man with a serious influenza infection reportedly waited 90 hours to be seen in an emergency department. The case, shared by his daughter, highlights ongoing concerns about emergency department wait times and how seniors with…
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Flu Shot Urged as New Brunswick Sees Quick Surge in Hospitalizations
Urgent call for flu vaccinations amid rising cases Health officials in New Brunswick are renewing their call for residents to get their flu shots as the province experiences a swift uptick in flu activity and hospitalizations. With emergency departments extended by higher patient volumes, doctors emphasize that vaccines play a crucial role in reducing severe…
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Influenza in Croatia 2025/2026 Season: Week 52 Update
Overview: Croatia’s 2025/2026 flu season at a glance As of 28 December 2025, Croatia has logged 29,771 influenza cases for the 2025/2026 season. The 52nd week alone accounted for 5,051 cases, a number that marks a notable trend in flu activity as the year wraps up. Health authorities monitor these figures closely to assess the…
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New Jersey Faces Double Flu Cases as New Variant Emerges
New Jersey Braces for a Soaring Flu Season Influenza activity in New Jersey has surged to levels not seen in recent winters. State health data released Friday shows a persistent, week-by-week rise in flu cases, with health officials warning that the trend could continue if a new variant proves more transmissible. As the calendar moves…
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Alarm Over Rise in Diabetes Cases in Taita Taveta
Growing Burden: Diabetes Rising in Taita Taveta Health authorities in Taita Taveta County have sounded the alarm over a sharp increase in diabetes cases, warning that the trend is placing unprecedented pressure on the county’s health facilities. Officials say the surge is affecting both hospital admissions and the capacity to provide timely care, with implications…
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Alarm over Rise in Diabetes Cases in Taita Taveta: Health Sector Strained
Rising diabetes cases put strain on Taita Taveta’s health system Health authorities in Taita Taveta County have sounded the alarm over a growing number of diabetes cases, warning that the trend is stretching health sector services and resources thin. Recent reporting indicates that more than half of the patients admitted to key facilities are dealing…
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Ludhiana Dengue Surge: 80% Hospitalised Amid Poor AQI Sparks Public Health Alarm
Overview: A Concerning Dengue Pattern in Ludhiana Recent data from Ludhiana’s local health department shows a troubling trend in the city’s dengue situation. Of the 39 active dengue patients, 31 are currently hospitalised. This high rate of hospital admissions has prompted concern among doctors and public health officials, who fear the burden could intensify as…
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Flu Epidemic Hits Japan: Early Season Outbreak Shuts Schools
Japan Battles an Unusually Early Flu Season Japan is confronting a rapid and widespread influenza outbreak that began five weeks earlier than typical. The Ministry of Health reports more than 4,000 hospitalizations as of October 3, a dramatic rise from the previous week. In response, roughly 135 schools and childcare centers have temporarily closed to…
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Japan Faces Early Flu Epidemic as Schools Close and Hospitals Strain
An Early and Intense Flu Season Grips Japan Japan is confronting an unusually early and severe influenza outbreak, with health authorities declaring a nationwide epidemic five weeks ahead of the typical season. More than 4,000 people have been hospitalized as of October 3, marking a sharp rise from the previous week. Dozens of schools and…