Hand, foot and mouth disease

Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City reports first three deaths linked to hand, foot and mouth disease in 2026

Nearly 7,300 cases have been reported in Ho Chi Minh City since the beginning of the year.

Hand, foot and mouth disease cases on the rise in Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City

As the rainy season begins, increased humidity creates ideal conditions for the spread of communicable diseases like hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD).

Thailand warns of hand, foot and mouth disease outbreak

As the rainy season begins, increased humidity creates ideal conditions for the spread of communicable diseases.

Penang sees 150% rise in HFMD cases after Hari Raya

All reported cases in Penang have only shown mild symptoms and were treated on an outpatient basis.

HFMD cases on the rise in Japan

The disease is typically most common among children aged two and below.

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Plunge in HFMD cases

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