{"id":51924,"date":"2024-01-24T18:31:05","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T18:31:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/another-14-die-as-children-in-punjab-hit-hard-by-pneumonia-pakistan-observer\/"},"modified":"2024-01-24T18:31:05","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T18:31:05","slug":"another-14-die-as-children-in-punjab-hit-hard-by-pneumonia-pakistan-observer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/another-14-die-as-children-in-punjab-hit-hard-by-pneumonia-pakistan-observer\/","title":{"rendered":"Another 14 die as children in Punjab hit hard by pneumonia – Pakistan Observer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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LAHORE \u2013 Young children in Punjab have been hit hard by pneumonia wave as infections rampage.<\/p>\n

During the last 24 hours, at least 14 reports have been reported due to pneumonia in Punjab, while KP also witnessed a surge in cases of pulmonary disease as the region is facing an extreme cold wave and worsening air quality.<\/p>\n

It has been learnt that most of these children hailed from Faisalabad, Sheikhupura, Gujranwala, and Mandi Bahauddin.<\/p>\n

In the last seven days, Punjab reported over 86 deaths while around 1000 children are being treated for the disease.<\/p>\n

In this winter, pneumonia claimed 208 lives in Punjab. KP saw a surge in pneumonia cases as mercury dipped.<\/p>\n

Health experts link a huge surge in pneumonia cases to heightened cold intensity. Urging parental vigilance, physicians advised dressing children warmly and ensuring their indoor protection.<\/p>\n

In young ones, Pneumonia is infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs The condition can be caused by various microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.<\/p>\n

Its symptoms include cough, difficulty breathing, chest pain, and fever. The infection can range from mild to severe, and severe cases may require hospitalization.<\/p>\n

It poses a particular risk to vulnerable populations, such as young children and the elderly. Preventive measures often include vaccination, good hygiene practices, and prompt medical attention for respiratory symptoms.<\/p>\n

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Pneumonia symptoms can vary from so mild to so severe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n