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Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a transformative figure in the Catholic Church, passed away on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at the age of 88.

Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu has passed away at 48 due to flu-related pneumonia. Her sudden death highlights the risks of influenza, which can lead to severe complications. Learn how to protect yourself with vaccination and preventive measures.

In an effort to safeguard the health of the city’s elderly population, Mayor Weslie Gatchalian has called on senior citizens to take advantage of the city’s free anti-pneumonia vaccination program.

As Bhai Kaba fights pneumonia in the ICU, unity and support spread across online and offline communities. Zaskia Adya Mecca’s bravery in sharing her story ignites a vital discussion on an often overlooked public health issue. Collaboration among healthcare professionals and government officials is imperative.

The Indonesian Society of Internal Medicine (PAPDI) has unveiled a significant update to its adult vaccination recommendations for 2024, marking a major stride towards fortifying public health in Indonesia and across Asia.

Discover how the National University of Singapore’s groundbreaking study revolutionises the treatment of pneumonia in ICU patients, showing that shorter…

Recently, the Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines has taken proactive steps to clarify and address concerns surrounding Mycoplasma pneumoniae, colloquially known as ‘Walking Pneumonia.’

With four reported cases successfully recovered, the DOH aims to dissipate any apprehension by sharing detailed information about the infection’s nature, symptoms, and preventive measures.

The alarming statistics from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) for 2022 revealed that pneumonia ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the country. In a recent discussion, experts underscored the critical importance of vaccination as a proactive measure to reduce the risk of contracting pneumonia. Pneumonia continues to be a significant cause of mortality, particularly among older adults and individuals with chronic diseases.

The prevalence of pneumonia is rising in Singapore. Find out how vaccination can protect you from this potentially deadly infection.

Pneumonia is the leading cause of death caused by infectious diseases in the world and accounts for 15% of deaths…