Tag: influenza B
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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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Explainer: Differentiating flu types in Hong Kong and how to protect yourself
Understanding the current flu landscape in Hong Kong Health experts warn that the flu season in Hong Kong could extend into November. As vaccination campaigns ramp up, residents are urged to understand the different influenza viruses circulating in the city and how they can shield themselves from illness. While the overall picture includes both influenza…
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Hong Kong Urges Child Flu Vaccines After Teen’s Death
Context: A Tragic Reminder of Influenza Risks for Children A 13-year-old girl in Hong Kong has died after contracting influenza B, marking the first pediatric flu-related fatality in the city this year. The student, who attended TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College in Ma On Shan, had previously received the government’s 2024-2025 seasonal influenza vaccination but…
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Hong Kong Urges Child Flu Vaccination After 13-Year-Old’s Death
Hong Kong urges flu vaccination for children after tragic death Hong Kong health authorities are urging parents to vaccinate their children against seasonal influenza after a 13-year-old girl who had not received the current season’s flu jab died in hospital. The death marks the first paediatric influenza-related fatality in the city this year and has…