South Australia records more than 12,000 influenza in one of worst possible influenza seasons
5 years, 7 months ago

South Australia records more than 12,000 influenza in one of worst possible influenza seasons

Daily Mail  

South Australia has been rocked by a sky-high number of flu cases in what has been labelled as an 'unprecedented' start to the flu season. South Australia has been rocked with sky-high flu cases in what is tipped to be one of the worst influenza seasons in years The state has recorded 12,339 cases since January this year, of which 17 people have already lost their lives Around 40,000 people have been struck with the flu nationwide, three times the usual number recorded at this time of year. South Australia only recorded 1,348 this time last year, compared to the more than 12,000 cases this year. South Australia only recorded 1,348 this time last year, compared to the more than 12,000 cases this year 'This year has been unprecedented, not only in the number of cases, but also in demand,' Mr Phillips said.

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US flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

India Today  

NEW YORK: The U.S. flu season is underway, with cases surging across much of the country, health officials said Friday. So yeah, we are certainly in flu season now,” said the CDC’s Alicia Budd. “Just this week is really that turning point where people are out because of the flu,” said Dr. Catherine O’Neal, an infectious diseases doctor at the …

Whooping cough cases rise in South Australia as children, mums, healthcare and education workers encouraged to get boosters
4 months ago

Whooping cough cases rise in South Australia as children, mums, healthcare and education workers encouraged to get boosters

ABC  

South Australia has reported more than 10 times as many whooping cough cases in 2024 compared to the same time last year, as the country faces an explosion of cases. South Australia's Chief Public Health Officer, Nicola Spurrier, said the state was experiencing a whooping cough wave with 492 cases reported in 2024 - the highest number in six years. …

Australia on track for worst year of whooping cough since 2016 as cases surge across the country
6 months, 1 week ago

Australia on track for worst year of whooping cough since 2016 as cases surge across the country

ABC  

In short: Australia is heading towards a whooping cough epidemic with cases spiking across the country. Australia is heading towards a whooping cough epidemic, with cases surging past 11,000 over the past six months, compared to 2,447 in all of last year. "The immune system is so busy attacking whooping cough that it also makes you more vulnerable to other …

Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country

ABC  

In short: Recorded cases of RSV have nearly doubled across Australia over the last year, to about 56,063 up to April. Recorded cases of respiratory syncytial virus have nearly doubled on last year across Australia, as a "whole bunch of viruses" continue to circulate throughout the country. Increase could be partially due to more testing University of South Australia epidemiologist …

After 11 flu deaths this year, Queensland Health is concerned hospitalisations could spike
9 months, 1 week ago

After 11 flu deaths this year, Queensland Health is concerned hospitalisations could spike

ABC  

In short: Authorities are worried about a possible spike in flu hospitalisations this year. Eleven people have died from influenza in Queensland and more than 7,000 cases have been recorded so far this year, with health authorities voicing concern about the number of hospitalisations this flu season. "We hope to see more Queenslanders get vaccinated this year against the flu …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 2 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 27, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales New South Wales's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a seven-day rolling average system, as per the federal government's national reporting site. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 2 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 20, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales The state has recorded 1,541 new COVID-19 cases, up from last week's total of 1,332. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a …

US flu outbreak: 6MILLION Americans have been infected by flu and 3,000 have died
2 years, 1 month ago

US flu outbreak: 6MILLION Americans have been infected by flu and 3,000 have died

Daily Mail  

America's flu season has returned with a vengeance after years of restrictions More than six million Americans have been infected with flu and nearly 3,000 have died from the disease so far since October — in the worst outbreak in a decade. America's flu season began early this year, with seasonal viruses returning with a vengeance after lockdowns, face masks …

Flu, RSV outbreak cause drug shortages: Experts slam US for not stockpiling
2 years, 1 month ago

Flu, RSV outbreak cause drug shortages: Experts slam US for not stockpiling

Daily Mail  

Experts today slammed the US Government for failing to stock up on key flu drugs and antibiotics during the pandemic — despite warnings that a whirlwind of seasonal illness would return with a vengeance post-lockdown. The Biden administration signed off on nearly $5billion of bivalent Covid vaccines back in July, even though Covid rates were flat at this time while …

Get ready for the TRIPLEDEMIC this winter: RSV, flu and Covid begin to bite
2 years, 2 months ago

Get ready for the TRIPLEDEMIC this winter: RSV, flu and Covid begin to bite

Daily Mail  

Immunity against them in the population has dropped raising infection risk Doctors warn that other viruses are returning 'with a vengeance' in the US This is prompting fears of a 'tripledemic' hitting the health system this winter Data shows that cases of RSV, flu and Covid are now all starting to rise in the US The US could be thrashed …

Experts anticipate dual Covid AND flu outbreak
2 years, 3 months ago

Experts anticipate dual Covid AND flu outbreak

Daily Mail  

The 'twindemic' is being felt in the south, with Texas reporting a quadrupling of cases in the past month Both Covid and flu could surge this winter causing a dreaded 'twindemic', experts fear — with some southern states already feeling the early stages of an influenza resurgence. The virus is being felt the most across the US south, with Texas, …

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle
2 years, 5 months ago

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle

ABC  

In what feels like a repeat of 2020, demand in hospitals from flu and COVID-19 cases has threatened to "outstrip supply" as thousands of sick healthcare workers become part of the record-breaking statistics around the nation. Here's what SA reported on Monday: 4,053 new cases 306 patients in hospital, 11 of them in ICU, and none requiring ventilation Two further …

Australia's COVID-19 and flu cases are on the rise — this is what's driving them
2 years, 6 months ago

Australia's COVID-19 and flu cases are on the rise — this is what's driving them

ABC  

The message is clear: The pandemic isn't over, and Australians should brace themself for a winter of rising COVID-19 infections, and other lurgies too. Key points: There have been more than 144,000 influenza cases recorded in Australia this year COVID-19 variants are back on the rise Experts say Australia's natural flu immunity is lower than usual this winter Experts are …

Child dies with COVID as South Australia grapples with surge in influenza cases
2 years, 6 months ago

Child dies with COVID as South Australia grapples with surge in influenza cases

ABC  

A child under the age of three is one of six COVID-related deaths reported in SA on Thursday, as the state also grapples with a sharp surge in influenza cases. Key points: SA has recorded six deaths in COVID patients, including a child under the age of three Influenza cases in SA may return to pre-pandemic levels Two in five …

Flu seasons, like the COVID-19 pandemic, have become unusual and unpredictable. Here's why
2 years, 6 months ago

Flu seasons, like the COVID-19 pandemic, have become unusual and unpredictable. Here's why

ABC  

After the COVID-19 pandemic delivered the world a crash course on virus behaviour, this year's flu season is proving what healthcare specialists and epidemiologists have been saying all along: Viruses are unpredictable and, sometimes, a little weird. "Flu circulation was massively interrupted when countries around the world started imposing restrictions," Dr Sullivan said. Inversely, in some Australian states, testing for …

South Australian government announces free flu vaccines for all South Australians
2 years, 7 months ago

South Australian government announces free flu vaccines for all South Australians

ABC  

From today until June 30, all South Australians can receive free flu vaccines. Key points: The free flu shots will be available until June 30 There have been 1,194 reported flu cases in SA this year, and the median age is 20 Only about 30 per cent of South Australians have had an annual flu vaccine this year The State …

Australia's influenza cases soar after two quiet years
2 years, 7 months ago

Australia's influenza cases soar after two quiet years

ABC  

Australia's had two years of incredibly low influenza rates thanks to COVID-19 isolation, but this year is not going to be the same. The case rate is already rising, and this week Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk made flu shots free as she warned the state to brace for a difficult winter. Federal health figures show only 598 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases …

Queenslanders offered free flu jabs as soaring case numbers project 'frightening' flu season ahead
2 years, 7 months ago

Queenslanders offered free flu jabs as soaring case numbers project 'frightening' flu season ahead

ABC  

Queenslanders are being offered a free flu vaccine in a bid to protect against Influenza A as case numbers surge across the state. Key points: More than 150 Queenslanders have been hospitalised with the flu so far, while 10 are in ICU The Australian Medical Association says Queensland's current flu trajectory is "frightening" Businesses have been warned to prepare for …

A surge in influenza cases in Queensland prompts doctors to issue vaccine warning for children and vulnerable groups
2 years, 7 months ago

A surge in influenza cases in Queensland prompts doctors to issue vaccine warning for children and vulnerable groups

ABC  

Experts have sounded a warning about this year's flu season, with concerns young children will be particularly vulnerable to life-threatening complications. Key points: More than 400 people have been hospitalised with influenza in Queensland this flu season Doctors say children under two are particularly susceptible One expert says flu vaccines should be "essential" in vulnerable settings Queensland flu notifications for …

South Australia records 3,591 COVID-19 cases as death toll jumps by a dozen
2 years, 8 months ago

South Australia records 3,591 COVID-19 cases as death toll jumps by a dozen

ABC  

South Australia's COVID-19 death toll has jumped by 12, after SA Health retrospectively included previously unrecorded deaths that occurred over the past three weeks. Key points: The 12 deaths take the toll since the start of the pandemic to 366 There are 22,821 current active cases The 221 hospitalised cases include 11 people in intensive care The deaths were of …

South Australia records three COVID-linked deaths as number of hospital cases jumps back up
2 years, 8 months ago

South Australia records three COVID-linked deaths as number of hospital cases jumps back up

ABC  

South Australia has recorded another three COVID-linked deaths and 3,143 new infections. Key points: Two women in their 70s and a woman in her 80s have died School resumed today after holidays, with mandatory mask-wearing in place for another four weeks There are 24,803 known active cases in South Australia, including several Liberal MPs The number of cases in hospital …

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing
2 years, 8 months ago

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing

ABC  

There have been another three COVID-linked deaths in South Australia, which on Wednesday reported 4,856 new cases of the virus — about 1,400 more than Tuesday. Key points: There are 247 people in hospital with the virus The latest three people to die were women aged in their 50s, 80s and 90s The number of current active cases is 26,486 …

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded
2 years, 8 months ago

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded

ABC  

The number of South Australians currently suffering from COVID-19 has dropped by almost 1,500 from yesterday, as hospitalisations fall to 220. Key points: South Australia recorded 4,986 new infections on Wednesday Hospitalisations have fallen by 12 from yesterday The Premier said the ramping crisis was "far from over" Two people — a woman in her 80s and man in his …

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases
2 years, 9 months ago

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 5,784 new COVID-19 cases today, the state's highest daily total during the pandemic. Chief Public Health Officer Professor Nicola Spurrier told ABC Radio Adelaide this morning that the the state had "probably" reached the peak of its Omicron wave, but it was too early to tell. Professor Spurrier said authorities were working on "dual testing" for …

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening
2 years, 10 months ago

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening

ABC  

As Western Australians wonder how the state's eventual border reopening might unfold, pundits often draw on the South Australian experience as the state with not only the most comparable population and density, but a COVID-free existence for major parts of the pandemic. "People want to come to South Australia and I think it's happy days for our state going forward," …

South Australia records 11 COVID-related deaths, 3,777 new cases
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records 11 COVID-related deaths, 3,777 new cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 11 COVID-related deaths, a record number for the state. Key points: South Australia has recorded 11 COVID related deaths The Premier says not all of the cases necessarily occurred in the past 24 hours The state saw an increase in people in ICU and on ventilators Premier Steven Marshall said the high number might be the …

South Australia records six COVID-linked deaths, 5,679 new cases as new modelling is released
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records six COVID-linked deaths, 5,679 new cases as new modelling is released

ABC  

South Australia has recorded six COVID-linked deaths in the past 24 hours and 5,679 new cases — the state's highest daily total. Key points: SA has recorded six COVID-related deaths and 5,679 new cases There are now 246 cases in hospital, with 20 of those in intensive care including eight on ventilators New modelling shows the state is on the …

SA records five deaths, as hospitalisations also rise with 16 people in ICU
3 years ago

SA records five deaths, as hospitalisations also rise with 16 people in ICU

ABC  

South Australia has reported five deaths from COVID-19 and a new daily record of 4,274 cases. Key points: South Australia reports a new daily record with 4,274 cases Five more people have died from COVID in the state Premier Steven Marshall said testing times have reduced despite more than 24,000 tests being carried out Premier Steven Marshall said the deaths …

South Australia records 3,493 new COVID-19 cases, protester tackled after Premier's media conference
3 years ago

South Australia records 3,493 new COVID-19 cases, protester tackled after Premier's media conference

ABC  

South Australia has set another daily COVID case record, with SA Premier Steven Marshall announcing 3,493 new infections at a media conference that concluded moments before a man was tackled to the ground. Key points: South Australia will soon give close contacts of confirmed cases free rapid antigen tests RATs have been hard to find on shelves and the Premier …

NSW Covid cases: State reports 804 new cases of virus
3 years ago

NSW Covid cases: State reports 804 new cases of virus

Daily Mail  

NSW has reported 804 Covid cases in the past 24 hours in an extraordinary surge in case numbers. A 'pingdemic' of health alerts has meanwhile forced thousands into isolation as the state opens up to the rest of the world, with almost two million Covid alerts issued by Service NSW over the past fortnight. Between November 29 and December 13 …

Influenza cases hit an all-time low in Australia in 2021 — that could be a problem when it returns
3 years, 3 months ago

Influenza cases hit an all-time low in Australia in 2021 — that could be a problem when it returns

ABC  

If you have been thinking the flu has virtually disappeared from our lives, you are not wrong. Mal Greig is the treasurer of the Windsor Bowls Club — a place normally impacted by severe influenza seasons — and said the flu was a "non-existent issue" this year. Professor Barr said the closure of schools — normally a "hot bed for …

Influenza and other seasonal virus cases fell from 4,800 per month in 2019 to just TWELVE last year
3 years, 6 months ago

Influenza and other seasonal virus cases fell from 4,800 per month in 2019 to just TWELVE last year

Daily Mail  

Cases of the flu and other seasonal viruses fell by more than 99 percent last year, a new study suggests. The findings match what many scientists have previously said, that the regular flu season did not happen in America last year because regular masking and social distancing prevented the respiratory illness from spreading. Flu cases dropped from 4,800 each month …

How Covid-19 is changing the flu
4 years, 3 months ago

How Covid-19 is changing the flu

BBC  

How Covid-19 is changing the flu Getty Images Humanity hasn’t always lived with the flu. Getty Images A universal flu vaccine might give us immunity to the disease no matter how much it mutates from season to season “We don't really understand it, but it may have to and may have to do with a little bit of changes in …

Marked decline in swine flu cases this year
4 years, 4 months ago

Marked decline in swine flu cases this year

The Hindu  

This year, India has officially recorded 2,721 cases and 44 confirmed deaths from swine flu so far, a marked decline from last year when 28,798 cases were reported. Possible winter ‘spike’ Officials say the relatively low number of cases this year didn’t mean that there would be fewer cases this year. He said the use of masks and social distancing …

Australia records highest daily number of coronavirus cases, surpassing March record
4 years, 5 months ago

Australia records highest daily number of coronavirus cases, surpassing March record

ABC  

Australia has recorded 502 new cases of COVID-19 in 24 hours, the single largest daily number of cases since the pandemic began. Key points: Australia has surpassed the previous record for daily coronavirus cases, which was set in March Australia has surpassed the previous record for daily coronavirus cases, which was set in March More than 2,400 people have tested …

Flu season which struck down 310,000 Australians 'worst on record' due to early outbreaks
4 years, 10 months ago

Flu season which struck down 310,000 Australians 'worst on record' due to early outbreaks

ABC  

Researchers are warning little can be done to prevent future severe flu seasons, if a pattern of prolonged, year-round outbreaks continue. Key points: More than 310,000 people presented to Australian health services with influenza in 2019, marking the country's worst flu season on record Researchers say that it was one of the most successful vaccination years to date but early …

Flu season 2019: What to expect and how to prepare
5 years, 3 months ago

Flu season 2019: What to expect and how to prepare

CNN  

CNN — The aches, the sneezing, the sore throat, the exhaustion – flu season is here and you want to be prepared. “Last year was funny in a way,” said Dr. William Schaffner, National Foundation for Infectious Diseases medical director and professor of preventive medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. “We had an unprecedented event with one virus dominating the …

Influenza claims another four lives in WA, but experts say the worst may be over
5 years, 5 months ago

Influenza claims another four lives in WA, but experts say the worst may be over

ABC  

Influenza has claimed four more lives in the past week in what is shaping up as Western Australia's most deadly flu season in a decade. UWA clinical professor David Smith, a director of the National Influenza Centre, said 2018 had been "a very quiet" flu season, with 21 deaths in WA. People urged to adjust expectations The department's message about …

WA flu deaths double within a week as influenza disease notifications spike to new high
5 years, 6 months ago

WA flu deaths double within a week as influenza disease notifications spike to new high

ABC  

There has been a massive spike in the number of influenza cases in Western Australia, with 3,000 extra notifications and 14 deaths in the past week alone. Key points: WA flu notifications in 2019 have spiked to levels that dwarf previous years Experts say a relatively benign 2018 flu season has left the state vulnerable There has been a huge …

Flu kills 25 Queenslanders prompting warning to vaccinate
5 years, 7 months ago

Flu kills 25 Queenslanders prompting warning to vaccinate

ABC  

The flu has caused at least 25 deaths in Queensland so far this year, according to figures released by Queensland Health. Key points: The figure is half the total number of cases in Queensland in 2018 Authorities are urging people to get vaccinated as soon as possible There have been nearly 10,000 flu cases in Queensland this year The number …

Flu cases spike in WA as experts warn Australia is on track for killer season
5 years, 8 months ago

Flu cases spike in WA as experts warn Australia is on track for killer season

ABC  

West Australian health authorities are warning of a severe flu season after reported cases last month tripled compared with the same time last year. Key points: WA has seen the highest number of recorded influenza cases before the official flu season Experts say a light flu season last year could be a reason for the increased activity The State Government …

Australia on track for killer flu season as experts urge public to get vaccinated
5 years, 8 months ago

Australia on track for killer flu season as experts urge public to get vaccinated

ABC  

Health experts are warning Australia is on track for a killer flu season, with numbers showing three times as many people have been diagnosed with the virus so far this year, compared to the same period in previous years. "It means many more people will be prone to the flu this year and susceptible to getting it," Professor Booy said. …

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