Tag: flu
Asia sees spike in respiratory, flu-like illnesses as cold season persists
Not quite the festive news for Asia, where countries are reporting rising cases of super flu. Health authorities have noted an increase in respiratory and seasonal flu cases across the region and are urging the public—especially vulnerable groups such as […]
New flu variant detected in the Philippines; no immediate threat – DOH
The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) said a flu variant informally referred to as super flu is not a cause for alarm, while surveillance continues. According to Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, the variant has been detected in the Philippines but […]
6,000 students infected with influenza nationwide
Malaysia’s Ministry of Education (KPM) has reported that around 6,000 students nationwide have contracted influenza, prompting the temporary closure of several schools as advised by local health authorities. Education director-general Dr. Mohd Azam Ahmad said KPM is in close contact […]
Japan’s flu cases surge; travel warnings and treatment options take focus
“Flu” takes the spotlight Before Korean pop, or K-pop, there was the Flower 4, or F4—a group of four wealthy, handsome, yet haughty boys from the internationally acclaimed 2001 TV series,Meteor Garden, a live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga, Boys […]
Some flu shots out of stock, but more arriving soon – Dzulkefly
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said there was no cause for worry over the shortage of certain flu vaccines, explaining that alternatives were available and resupplies were set to arrive next month. According to The Star, the minister also […]
Chronic diseases and Flu are a Deadly Combination
By Professor Dr Tan Maw Pin, consultant geriatrician, President of the Malaysian Society of Geriatric Medicine (MSGM) and member of Malaysian Influenza Working Group (MIWG), Dr Aslannif Roslan, Internal Medicine Specialist and Cardiologist from Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), and Associate […]
Flu outbreaks trigger health programmes
TAIWAN – In response to the fierce outbreak of flu and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) Taiwan’s Department of Health (DoH) initiated a series of infection control programmes. Measures such as hospital accreditation and ratings based on patient safety and […]
