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‘Rollercoaster of a sickness’: how a horror flu season is catching Australian families off guard

About 69% of people admitted to hospital with confirmed influenza since April are aged under 16

The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2023

Flu cases spike: Australian parents urged to vaccinate children after steep rise in hospital admissions

Influenza cases are rising fastest among very young children as well as those aged five to 16 years, health authorities say

The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2023

GPO signs vaccine pact with Korean biotech giant

The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) has bolstered its partnership with SK bioscience of South Korea to enhance regional vaccine security, starting with the production of influenza vaccines scheduled for availability next year.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5, 2023

State battles unusual rise in influenza amidst dengue surge

The death of a few children following fever in the past few days, is possibly due to the neurological complications like encephalopathy and encephalitis caused by seasonal influenza viruses, especially Influenza A (H1N1), Health officials have confirmed.

The Hindu · Jun 24, 2023

Covid inquiry: David Cameron defends austerity – but admits weakness in preparing for pandemic

The Trades Union Congress said David Cameron is ‘in denial about the huge damage caused by his austerity policies’

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2023

Why America’s eyes are on Australia’s flu season

Australia's flu season is yet to peak, but US authorities are already looking for signs of what might be in store for their own winter.

The New Daily · Jun 14, 2023

Health dept. urges people to desist from self-medication for viral fevers

The Health department has warned people to desist from self-treatment as this is the season of viral fevers, which could be vector-borne diseases like dengue and Zika, leptospirosis or respiratory infections like Influenza.

The Hindu · Jun 13, 2023

Should I get the flu vaccine? South African experts say yes - here's why

The winter months are synonymous with the flu in South Africa. Similar to other countries in the southern hemisphere, South Africa has an annual influenza season stretching from April to August.

The Conversation · Jun 9, 2023

Ultra-rare, deep-diving whale dies on New England beach with possible case of bird flu

A necropsy revealed that the animal may have been infected with avian influenza, which would be "a big deal" if it is confirmed by further testing, scientists say.

LiveScience · Jun 8, 2023

Charity demands urgent response plan to protect wild birds from avian influenza

The RSPB NI said it has had an outbreak at its Window On Wildlife Reserve in Belfast Lough.

The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023