This Wednesday, November 22nd, World Health Organization (World Health Organization) expressed concern new disease exist China.
rise Respiratory Diseases and outbreak pneumonia in children undiagnosed Several hospitals in the north of the country have collapsed.
According to the Associated Press news agency, “Foreign scientists say the situation must be closely monitored, although they are not 100% convinced this is a new global epidemic.”
Also read: WHO asks China to provide information on increase in pneumonia and respiratory illnesses in children
The emergence of new viruses often manifests itself as undiagnosed outbreaks, e.g. SARS and Coronavirus diseaseinitially thought to be pneumonia.
According to the World Health Organization, the increase in respiratory illnesses has been attributed to the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.
While it’s not yet considered a global pandemic, below we’ll tell you how to care for the little ones at home.
Pneumonia in children.Photo: UNICEF
According to the page unicef (UNICEF) Pneumonia in children is a respiratory infection that Affects the lungs, due to the presence of bacteria, viruses or fungi. The disease fills a young child’s lungs with fluid, making it difficult for them to breathe.
According to the drug page Mediline PlusThe most common symptoms are as follows:
sore throat
- fever
- fatigue
- A persistent cough may last for weeks or even months
- Difficulty breathing
- Vomit
- Loss of appetite
Also read: China responds to WHO: No “abnormal or new” pathogens related to resurgence of respiratory diseases found
fever. Source: Unsplash (Kelly Sikkema)
for reduce risk If you have any respiratory illness, be sure to follow these recommendations:
- Keep distance from sick people
- If you develop any symptoms, stay home and rest
- Get tested for COVID-19 to rule out the disease
- go to the doctor
- Use a mask
- Maintain good ventilation in closed areas
- wash hands often
Photo: Archives/El Universal
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