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New research indicates that severe cases of COVID-19 or influenza can alter lung immune cells, potentially increasing cancer risk months or years afterward. The study, conducted by scientists at the University of Virginia, highlights the role of chronic inflammation in this process and emphasizes vaccination as a preventive measure. Findings suggest closer monitoring for affected patients to enable early detection.

6 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Waziri Mkuu wa Afya Aden Duale ametangaza kukatishwa kwa usambazaji wa kimataifa wa chanjo ya Rotavac ya rotavirus. Upungufu huu, unaosababishwa na ucheleweshaji wa uzalishaji kutoka Bharat Biotech, unatarajiwa kuathiri chanjo ya watoto nchini Kenya hadi mwaka 2027. Wizara inashirikiana na washirika kushughulikia hali hii.

A baby died in Tlaxcala from measles complications, worsened by an incomplete vaccination schedule and delayed medical care. The state health secretariat reported the case and urged boosting vaccinations with the triple viral shot to prevent infections. Authorities stress preventive measures amid transmission risks.

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Hong Kong is approaching the winter flu season, but vaccination rates among most age groups remain below the 70 per cent threshold needed for herd immunity, a leading government medical adviser has warned. David Hui Shu-cheong on Saturday reminded the public to get vaccinated ahead of Lunar New Year, when social gatherings are frequent.

Amid declining vaccination rates, Mendoza province filed the first 15 judicial complaints against families failing to follow the mandatory vaccination schedule. This action addresses the resurgence of previously eradicated diseases such as measles, rubella, mumps, and whooping cough. Penalties include fines up to 336,000 pesos, up to five days of arrest, and community service.

4 Mwezi wa kumi na mbili, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI Imethibitishwa ukweli

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has opened an investigation into a Midwestern school accused of administering a federally funded vaccine to a child despite a legally recognized state religious exemption, according to federal officials. At the same time, the agency issued guidance reinforcing parents’ rights to access their children’s health information under federal law.