Health Literacy Asia

Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Asia 2026: Why older adults and infants need protection now

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has long been framed as a “pediatric virus,” but data from Asia and worldwide now make clear that it is also a major threat to older adults and people with chronic conditions. At the same time, powerful new...

Vaccination in Pregnancy (ViP) – when to administer what ?

Recommended gestational age (GA) for vaccination in pregnancy differs by vaccine and, for RSV and influenza, may also depend on seasonality. The table below summarizes typical guidance (US/ACIP–ACOG–aligned) for uncomplicated pregnancies.  We urge...

How microbes make us sick: Four ways infections cause disease

Microbes are everywhere: in the air, in water, and in the arctic ice, on our skin, and even inside our bodies. Most are harmless, many are helpful, but some can make you seriously ill. In this episode, we explore four main ways microbes cause...

Category - COVID Prevention