Tag: Vaccination
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Hepatitis in Kenya: Silent Threat as HIV Declines
World Hepatitis Day highlights a growing public health challenge in Kenya Every year on World Hepatitis Day, health authorities and communities reflect on the burden of hepatitis and the actions needed to curb its spread. In Kenya, the latest patterns show a disquieting trend: while HIV rates have shown measurable declines in certain populations, hepatitis…
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COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy Reduces Severe Maternal Risk
New evidence links SARS-CoV-2 vaccination to lower risk of severe illness for pregnant people As the Delta and Omicron waves swept through communities, researchers increasingly focused on how COVID-19 vaccination affects people who are pregnant. A recent study, published online December 15 in a peer‑reviewed journal, found that receiving a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine before or during…
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COVID-19 Vaccination Before and During Pregnancy Reduces Risk of Severe Maternal Illness
Overview: Vaccination Benefits for Expectant Mothers New research highlights a clear health benefit for pregnant people who receive a COVID-19 vaccine before or during pregnancy. Data gathered during the waves driven by the delta and omicron variants indicate that vaccination is associated with a lower risk of developing severe maternal disease related to SARS-CoV-2 infection.…
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COVID-19 Vaccination Before and During Pregnancy Reduces Risk of Severe Disease
Overview: Vaccination Offers Protection for Expectant Mothers New evidence reinforces the protective role of COVID-19 vaccination for pregnant individuals. A study published online during the Delta and Omicron waves found that receiving a vaccine before or during pregnancy was associated with a lower risk of severe maternal disease. This finding adds to a growing body…
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Pilot RSV Immunisation Reduces Infant RSV Hospitalisations
Summary: A pilot RSV vaccination initiative shows promise in reducing hospital visits for infants Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of winter illness for babies, often resulting in hospital admissions for fever, breathing difficulties, and breathing problems. In many countries, health systems grapple with a seasonal surge as RSV circulates from autumn into…
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Pilot RSV vaccination programme reduces infant hospitalisations
Overview: A working pilot is making waves in infant health RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a common winter foe for babies and young children. While most recover at home, severe RSV infection can land infants in hospital, especially those with underlying conditions or born preterm. Health authorities piloted a targeted RSV vaccination initiative to…
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What’s Behind the ‘Super Flu’ Surge: Symptoms and States Hit Hardest
Rising Flu Activity Across the United States Health officials are sounding the alarm as flu cases surge nationwide. Marketed in some circles as a “super flu,” the current wave has put a heavier burden on specific states while hospital systems in others brace for strain. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Super Flu Hitting States Hardest: Symptoms and What It Means for You
Overview: The rising tide of flu activity Flu seasons vary year to year, but this season has drawn particular concern as health officials describe what some are calling a “super flu.” Nationwide data show a notable uptick in hospitalizations, with the latest figures indicating a 14.3% jump and more than 9,900 flu-related admissions across the…
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Super flu Hits Several States Hard: Symptoms Explained
Overview: What the term “super flu” means this season Health officials are sounding the alarm as a surge in flu activity spreads across the United States. The term “super flu” is used to describe a particularly aggressive flu season characterized by higher hospitalization rates and more pronounced symptoms. While flu viruses vary each year, this…
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Staying Healthy This Christmas: Clare Nurse’s Winter Health Tips
Overview: a season of extra caution As winter arrives, Clare Nurse, a trusted voice in community health, emphasizes that Christmas should be about joy, not illness. In Ireland’s Mid West, winter brings an uptick in respiratory infections and hospital admissions, but with proactive steps, many people can enjoy the holidays without unnecessary health risks. Clare’s…