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Nikhil Prasad  Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team May 13, 2025  6 hours, 27 minutes ago

Respiratory Infections Involving COVID-19, Influenza and RSV Surge Across Brazil, Overwhelming ICUs!

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Respiratory Infections Involving COVID-19, Influenza and RSV Surge Across Brazil, Overwhelming ICUs!
Nikhil Prasad  Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team May 13, 2025  6 hours, 27 minutes ago
Medical News: Brazil is grappling with a sharp rise in respiratory infections, including COVID-19, influenza A, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), as cases climb and intensive care units (ICUs) near capacity. Media reports confirm that literally all hospitals across the country are overwhelmed. Over the past two weeks, health authorities and social media reports have highlighted a growing wave of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SRAG) cases, particularly in southern states like Santa Catarina, where a state of public calamity was declared on May 13, 2025, due to fully occupied ICU beds. Daily COVID-19 updates indicate approximately 600–1,000 new cases and 5–9 deaths per day, while influenza A and RSV infections have been steadily increasing since early March. This surge is straining healthcare systems, with hospitals struggling to accommodate the influx of patients requiring critical care.


Respiratory Infections Involving COVID-19, Influenza and RSV Surge Across Brazil, Overwhelming ICUs

This Medical News report draws attention to the alarming data shared on platforms like X and media reports that underscore the severity of the situation.
 
The Fiocruz Institute has noted a near-constant rise in RSV and influenza A cases, particularly among vulnerable populations like children and the elderly. Also, a rise in COVID-19 infections is also contributing to the current surge in respiratory infection. The sustained daily case counts suggest it remains a significant factor. The combination of these pathogens has created a perfect storm, with overlapping symptoms complicating diagnosis and treatment. Health experts warn that the lack of widespread testing and vaccination updates may be exacerbating the crisis, leaving communities underprepared for this multi-virus onslaught.
 
The situation is particularly dire in regions with limited healthcare infrastructure. Santa Catarina’s declaration of a public calamity reflects the pressure on ICUs, with some cities reporting no available beds for new patients. This crisis echoes earlier waves of the pandemic, raising concerns about resource allocation and public health measures. Experts are urging the public to adopt preventive measures, including mask-wearing, hand hygiene, and avoiding crowded spaces.
 
As Brazil confronts this respiratory infection surge, immediate action is critical to alleviate the burden on hospitals. Strengthening testing and enhancing public awareness could help mitigate the crisis. Without swift intervention, the healthcare system risks further collapse, endangering countless lives across the nation.
 
References:
https://www.itatiaia.com.br/saude/2025/05/12/casos-de-sindrome-respiratoria-aguda-grave-srag-crescem-no-norte-de-minas
 
https:// www1.folha.uol.com.br/equilibrioesaude/2025/05/brasil-registra-aumento-de-hospitalizacoes-por-influenza-diz-fiocruz.shtml
 
https://www.uol.com.br/vivabem/noticias/redacao/2025/05/11/crescimento-de-vsr-e-influenza-a.htm
 
https://www.brasil247.com/saude/crescimento-de-casos-de-vsr-e-influenza-a-acende-alerta-no-pais
 
https://x.com/enf_intensiva/status/1922082075298975857
 
https://x.com/papoconsultorio/status/1919747969642791176
 
https://x.com/contagemcorona1/status/1922008251865915726
 
For the latest updates about the situation in Brazil, keep on logging to Thailand Medical News.
 
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https://www.thailandmedical.news/news/researcher-warns-that-news-sars-cov-2-variant-nb-1-8-1-is-rapidly-spreading-across-multiple-countries
 
https://www.thailandmedical.news/news/breaking-the-new-sars-cov-2-variant-nb-1-8-1-is-the-most-dangerous-so-far-and-poses-a-major-threat
 
https://www.thailandmedical.news/news/nearly-6000-individuals-sought-medical-assistance-at-hospitals-in-taiwan-last-week-due-to-new-sars-cov-2-nb-1-8-1-variant
 
https://www.thailandmedical.news/news/iran-media-reports-that-covid-19-infections-are-rising-throughout-the-country
 
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