Influenza

Vulnerable groups encouraged to receive flu jabs amid rise in influenza cases in Singapore

Community pharmacists may also offer influenza vaccinations.

Leading US medical groups release new vaccine guidelines

Pharmacies and doctors’ offices in US are starting to offer annual vaccines to protect against Covid-19, influenza and RSV.

Influenza cases rise in S’pore but no indication infections more severe than usual: CDA

Those at a higher risk of developing severe influenza infections should get their vaccine jabs at least once a year, CDA said.

Forum: Make flu testing and treatment more accessible

Australia ramps up bird flu testing as Papua New Guinea blocks poultry imports after confirmed cases

Tests are under way in South Australia state after two dead sub-Antarctic seabirds and a pelican were found on June 22 near Fowlers Bay.

Parainfluenza cases rising in China, with young children most affected

The China CDC noted that overall influenza activity is declining, but HPIVs, rhinovirus and respiratory syncytial virus continue to circulate to some extent.

Spain alerts WHO of swine flu virus believed to have been transmitted between people

The Catalan health department later said the risk assessment for the population was considered “very low”

Tokyo issues new influenza advisory after over 6,000 cases reported at schools, facilities

The Tokyo metropolitan government is urging frequent handwashing, disinfection and mask-wearing.

Indonesia records first death linked to ‘super flu’

According to assessments by the World Health Organization (WHO), subclade K has not been linked to increased disease severity.

Britain’s health service hit by ‘super flu’ outbreak

NHS figures published on Dec 11 showed flu cases at a record level for the time of year.

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