Browsing: Infectious Disease

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Fresh revelations from a study conducted by Duke-NUS Medical School scientists have unearthed multiple strains of swine flu viruses circulating within Cambodian pigs over the past decade and a half. The discovery puts forth the urgent need for enhanced surveillance and warns of a potential pandemic risk.

Hepatitis—a condition causing liver inflammation—has become an alarming public health issue in Asia. With numerous causes ranging from infections to toxins, it’s a disease that does not spare even the youngest members of society. In this context, understanding the various aspects of hepatitis in children is crucial for effective prevention and treatment.

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The Songkhla Provincial Public Health Office confirmed the first monkeypox (mpox) case in the region. A 31-year-old Thai man from Songkhla was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday, and the diagnosis was made the following day. The hospital followed the prevention guidelines by isolating the patient. The health office initiated contact tracing, identifying one low-risk and one high-risk contact, while others were advised to self-monitor.

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Thrush, medically known as Candidiasis, is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Candida. This fungus is naturally present on our skin, mouth, and digestive system but can cause trouble when it grows uncontrolled.

Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), commonly known as monkey fever, is a tick-borne viral disease primarily found in South Asia, particularly in parts of India. 

Brugian filariasis, a mosquito-borne parasitic disease, is one of the neglected tropical diseases that predominantly affects communities in Southeast Asia. 

In this article, we answer what African Swine Fever is, the impact on global pig populations and the consequences on human health.