How bad is China’s pneumonia up-surge in America? Is US becoming victim of new biological disaster?

Child getting diagnosed | Credits: Getty Images
Child getting diagnosed | Credits: Getty Images

United States: The hospitals in some of the counties of the United States have been struggling with the influx of sick children who are suffering from “undiagnosed pneumonia.” The common symptoms of the viral disease are high fever and inflammation in the lungs. 

It is world-known that the first-ever case of the disease was reported in China and the World Health Organisation has recommended that people wear masks and wash their hands frequently. 

Is another pandemic knocking on the doors?

After a surge in the number of cases, the health authorities in Taiwan started working cautiously and advised people with low immunity, as well as very young and elderly populations, not to travel to China.

In accordance with the precedent of the COVID-19 outbreak, scientists have once again raised alarm. A public notification was released by ProMED – a surveillance system that monitors the disease outbreaks worldwide related to the spread of “undiagnosed pneumonia” among the younger population of China. 

The global health authorities are concerned because China was responsible for the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which affected the world brutally – in every possible manner. 

The concerns related to the disease increased after social media was flooded with photos and videos showing children receiving intravenous drips in hospitals. Additionally, some videos also showed crowded hospitals in Beijing and Liaoning– raising concerns over the healthcare system – a similar concern was also raised by ProMED via the statement.

Further, he added, “You are not allowed to report to school. If you have symptoms such as fever, cold, cough and then you are hospitalized, you can ask for leave.

Silent Surge of Pneumonia: How Critical Is America’s Respiratory Crisis

Following the surge in cases across China, pneumonia cases have surged in Ohio, United States. The health authorities of Ohio have alerted the pediatric clinics in the state. 

The Warren County Health District of Ohio has complained that the majority of children have been suffering from symptoms such as cough, fever, fatigue, sore throat, and headaches. 

In a news release, the health authorities also mentioned that the above-average increase in cases marks the beginning of an “outbreak.” 

China’s Respiratory Illness Unleashed – Urgent Alert!

The first-ever case of this mysterious disease was reported from China as the nation braces for its first winter season after completely lifting the COVID-19-related restrictions in December 2023.

According to the reports by Reuters, the large number of cases of the disease came into the spotlight after WHO asked Chinese health authorities to share all the possible information last week.

The authorities were asked to share a report by the Program for Monitoring Emerging Diseases (ProMED) on clusters of undiagnosed pneumonia in children.

What do Chinese authorities have to say?

In early November, the National Health Commission, during a press release, mentioned that the cases of respiratory disease have been increasing. However, the officials declined to provide any further details.

X-ray showing lungs suffering with pneumonia

Which Pathogen is Responsible for the Outbreak?

The official data has linked the increasing cases to the lifting of restrictions related to COVID-19. Additionally, health experts have blamed pathogens, named mycoplasma pneumonia.

Strategic Moves of American Health Authorities in the Wake of the Pneumonia Outbreak

After witnessing the increase in cases and hospitalizations because of pneumonia, the health authorities have listed down the measures to be followed. The officials have recommended that infants, children, the elderly, and people with low immune systems must take their jabs against COVID-19 and RSV for protection against severe viral disease. 

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