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World: As influenza rises across countries in the Southern Hemisphere, PAHO urges vaccination and stronger health system preparedness
By Pan American Health Organization at ReliefWeb
· July 1, 2026
· 3 min read
. Washington, D.C., July 1, 2026 (PAHO/WHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) has warned of rising influenza activity in several countries across the Southern Hemisphere as the region enters the respiratory virus season, urging countries to strengthen disease surveillance, expand vac
Key takeaway According to World Health Organization (WHO) estimates, influenza causes between 3 million and 5 million severe cases and up to 650,000 respiratory-related deaths each year.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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