In a recent interview with BTA, Associate Professor Angel Kunchev, the chief state health inspector, addressed the potential declaration of an epidemic of whooping cough and outlined the measures that would be taken in response
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Health | April 25, 2024, Thursday // 10:01
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As Bulgaria grapples with a surge in whooping cough cases, Public Health experts offer insights into the situation, assuring the public about the severity of symptoms and emphasizing the importance of vaccination
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Health | April 24, 2024, Wednesday // 15:05
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A recent study conducted by the sociological agency "Global Metrics" on behalf of UNICEF Bulgaria and the Ministry of Health sheds light on the attitudes of Bulgarian parents towards vaccination
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Health | April 23, 2024, Tuesday // 17:02
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In response to a surge in whooping cough infections across the country, the Ministry of Health has announced a significant adjustment to the immunization schedule
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Health | April 23, 2024, Tuesday // 11:39
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In response to the alarming surge of whooping cough cases, the Health Commission has convened an extraordinary meeting to address the escalating situation
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Health | April 23, 2024, Tuesday // 08:52
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Professor Iva Hristova, Director of the National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (NCCPD), has sounded the alarm on the stealthy danger posed by whooping cough, with mortality rates soaring to a chilling 2-4%
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Health | April 22, 2024, Monday // 08:35
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In response to the recent deaths of two newborns due to whooping cough, the Ministry of Health in Bulgaria has implemented measures to curb the spread of the disease
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Health | April 19, 2024, Friday // 16:14
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning regarding the spread of bird flu (H5N1) to various species, including humans, expressing deep concern over its impact and potential consequences
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Health | April 18, 2024, Thursday // 13:41
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Data from a recent global poll conducted by the world association "Gallup International" represent the diverse perceptions surrounding the threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic
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Health | April 15, 2024, Monday // 14:19
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The National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in Bulgaria has confirmed the country's first case of measles, sparking concerns about potential outbreaks.
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Health | April 12, 2024, Friday // 14:52
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While assurances of salary boosts for nurses employed in kindergartens and nurseries have been made recently, the fundamental challenges endure, plunging the sector into a precarious situation
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Health | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 10:32
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A new report of a gas leak in Karnobat has sparked concern among residents and authorities, as emergency services rush to address the situation
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Health | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 13:13
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The European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) issued a stark warning regarding the looming threat of a large-scale bird flu pandemic, underscoring the potential consequences if the virus were to transition to humans and establish human-to-human transmission
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Health | April 4, 2024, Thursday // 09:10
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Bulgaria boasts a higher number of graduated and practicing doctors per capita compared to the European Union's average, according to an analysis commissioned by the Bulgarian Medical Union
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Health | April 3, 2024, Wednesday // 14:19
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In a concerted effort to bolster public health, Bulgaria's Health Ministry, in collaboration with UNICEF Bulgaria, announces a proactive campaign advocating the advantages of vaccination, the Ministry stated in a press release on Monday.
Amidst a shift toward digital healthcare practices, a new regulation mandates that doctors prescribe antibiotics solely through electronic prescription starting today
Bulgaria is grappling with a staggering burden of cardiovascular diseases, with more than 6 million new cases and over 1.8 million deaths reported annually
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Health | March 28, 2024, Thursday // 12:08
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Japanese health authorities have issued a warning as the nation grapples with a significant uptick in potentially fatal strep throat infections, particularly in Tokyo
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Health | March 27, 2024, Wednesday // 09:13
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The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe today released the second volume of the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study, which focuses on patterns of bullying and peer violence among adolescents across 44 countries and
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Health | March 27, 2024, Wednesday // 09:03
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Statement on World TB Day by WHO Regional Director for Europe, Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge
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Health | March 24, 2024, Sunday // 13:21
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The Ministry of Finance has disclosed its affirmative stance on allocating resources for covering the entire cost of 56 drugs targeting cardiovascular diseases, such as those addressing hypertension, arrhythmia, and other frequently occurring chronic ailm
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Health | March 22, 2024, Friday // 16:26
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