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World Pneumonia Day: the Global Health Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore
World Pneumonia Day: the Global Health Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore
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World Pneumonia Day, observed every year on November 12, is a global platform dedicated to the fight against pneumonia. This initiative was launched by the... 12.11.2023, Sputnik Africa
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The first World Pneumonia Day was observed on November 12, 2009. Despite the fact that pneumonia is a preventable and treatable disease, it is the leading cause of death among children. According to the UN, a child dies of pneumonia every 43 seconds.World Pneumonia Day aims to draw attention to this health crisis. The 2023 theme of the day is "Championing the fight to stop pneumonia".Pneumonia: A Closer LookPneumonia is an inflammatory condition primarily affecting the small air sacs in the lungs known as alveoli. It can cause mild to severe illness in individuals of all ages. Pneumonia is typically caused by viruses or bacteria, and less commonly by other microorganisms. The disease may be classified based on its origin, such as community-acquired, hospital-acquired, or healthcare-associated pneumonia.Diagnosis of pneumonia often involves reviewing symptoms and conducting a physical examination. Additional tests such as chest X-rays, blood tests, and sputum culture may help confirm the diagnosis. If pneumonia is believed to be bacterial, it is treated with antibiotics. Severe cases of pneumonia may require hospitalization and oxygen therapy.Five Essential Facts About PneumoniaIWorld Pneumonia Day serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against this deadly disease. It’s a call to action for all of us to raise awareness, promote prevention, and advocate for better access to care for those affected by pneumonia.
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World Pneumonia Day: the Global Health Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore
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World Pneumonia Day, observed every year on November 12, is a global platform dedicated to the fight against pneumonia. This initiative was launched by the Global Coalition against Child Pneumonia, an alliance of more than 100 child health organizations.
The first World Pneumonia Day was observed on November 12, 2009. Despite the fact that pneumonia is a preventable and treatable disease, it is the leading cause of death among children. According to the UN, a child dies of pneumonia every 43 seconds.
World Pneumonia Day aims to draw attention to this health crisis. The 2023 theme of the day is "Championing the fight to stop pneumonia".
Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition primarily affecting the small air sacs in the lungs known as alveoli. It can cause mild to severe illness in individuals of all ages. Pneumonia is typically caused by
viruses or bacteria, and less commonly by other microorganisms. The disease may be classified based on its origin, such as community-acquired, hospital-acquired, or healthcare-associated pneumonia.
Diagnosis of pneumonia often involves reviewing symptoms and conducting a physical examination. Additional tests such as chest X-rays, blood tests, and sputum culture may help confirm the diagnosis. If pneumonia is believed to be bacterial, it is treated with antibiotics. Severe cases of pneumonia may require hospitalization and oxygen therapy.
Vaccines are available to prevent certain types of pneumonia. Other preventive measures include handwashing to avoid infection, abstaining from smoking, and practicing social distancing. Vaccination of children against Streptococcus pneumoniae, the virus causing disease, may reduce the incidence of infection in adults.
Five Essential Facts About Pneumonia
1.
Pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of death in children worldwide, with 2.
The disease can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi.
3.
Pneumonia can spread in several ways, including through airborne droplets from a cough or sneeze.
4.
Pneumonia can be prevented with simple interventions and treated with low-cost, low-tech
medication and care.
5.
Globally, there are over 1,400 cases of pneumonia per 100,000 children, or 1 case per 71 children every year, with the greatest incidence occurring in South Asia (2,500 cases per 100,000 children) and West and Central Africa (1,620 cases per 100,000 children), according to
UNICEF.
IWorld Pneumonia Day serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against this deadly disease. It’s a call to action for all of us to raise awareness, promote prevention, and advocate for better access to care for those affected by pneumonia.
