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Hong Kong sees flu cases rise as immunity wanes

Hong Kong is seeing an increase in seasonal influenza cases, with children and the elderly being particularly affected. Experts attribute this rise to waning immunity from vaccinations and a general decrease in antibody levels over time. Health authorities are urging high-risk individuals to get vaccinated and maintain good hygiene practices to prevent further spread. AI

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Hong Kong sees flu cases rise as immunity wanes

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Cannix Yau ·

    Flu cases on the rise in Hong Kong as immunity wanes, expert warns

    Hong Kong is experiencing a rise in seasonal influenza cases, particularly among children and the elderly, as waning vaccine protection weakens community immunity, a leading infectious disease expert has warned. Professor Ivan Hung Fan-ngai, chair professor of infectious diseases…