Indonesia confirms new COVID-19 subvariant ahead of year-end holidays
The relatively new Omicron sublineage, which the World Health Organization classified as a variant of interest earlier this week, had been detected in samples taken from five…
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Hospitals across India on alert after cases of new Covid variant found
In view of the looming threat, a mock drill was conducted in the state’s 5,700 hospitals, including government and private, between December 13 and 17.
Vigilance, voluntary mask usage amid emerging health threats: Senator
With the lifting of mask restrictions and increased population mobility, especially during the Christmas season, officials have appealed for the need for continued mask usage,…
Vietnam has 400,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses reserved for high-risk groups, outbreak areas
Based on professional recommendations, individuals in high-risk groups such as healthcare workers, people with underlying conditions, and those with chronic diseases should…
Covid-19: Face masks encouraged on public transport, not compulsory, says Loke
A total of 20,696 Covid-19 cases were reported during the 50th Epidemiology Week (ME) from Dec 10 to Dec 16, which is an increase of 62.2% compared to 12,757 cases in ME-49.
COVID-19 cases daily surge by 50% nationwide in Philippines
The Department of Health reported that allotted intensive care unit beds and non-ICU beds for COVID-19 patients are 12.9 per cent and 18.3 per cent occupied.
Hundreds of COVID-19 cases emerge in Jakarta, South Tangerang
According to the authorities, the number of cases is still under control as the bed occupancy in hospitals is around 50-60 hospitalized patients, or approximately 10 per cent of…
‘No plans to re-impose MCO’: Malaysian health minister
To a question on vaccines, Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly said the country has enough stock to cater to all including those wanting booster jabs.
China sees decline in respiratory disease cases
Mi Feng, a spokesperson for the National Health Commission, told a press conference that fever clinics at the primary level have effectively met the medical needs of patients.
Indonesia’s health ministry urges complete COVID-19 vaccination ahead of holiday season
According to the Health Ministry, complete vaccinations would give everyone sufficient immunity for travel. It would also help prevent infection during the journey and upon…