Africa: Google.org to Help Scientists Forecast Disease Outbreaks Nov 13, 2008
"Business as usual won't prevent the next AIDS or SARS [severe acute respiratory syndrome]," Google. org Executive Director Dr. Larry Brilliant said in a prepared statement. (allAfrica.com)
Indian finds remedy for respiratory disease Nov 13, 2008
Washington: An Indian-origin researcher at Purdue University has developed a compound that can prevent the replication of the virus causing Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The findings of the study by molecular design team led by Arun Ghosh, may pave the way for a treatment for the disease. (Sify.com, India)
'Superbugs' On The Rise In Canadian Hospitals, New Study Shows Nov 12, 2008
Led by Queen's epidemiologist Dr. Dick Zoutman, the national survey is a six-year follow-up to a study that was undertaken in 1999, prior to the outbreak of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) ... 16, 2007) The 2003 severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) epidemic in China has lessons to teach hospitals on how to prevent the spread of other respiratory diseases, according to new ... 6, 2005) Two new studies present evidence that the virus causing severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)... (Science Daily)
Aviation faces biggest crisis in history Oct 30, 2008
9% in September from a year earlier, the first time since Asia's outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome in 2003 that global passenger traffic has shrunk, according to IATA.. A recent easing of global oil prices has brought relief to airlines, but executives expressed fears that prices could be pushed back up. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Threat From Infectious Diseases Growing Oct 30, 2008
Emerging diseases such as a potential bird flu outbreak or another new disease such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. (Washington Post)
Siliconware Precision Industries Reports a 8.8% Quarter-over-Quarter Increase in Revenues Resulting in Earnings per Share of NT$ 1.02 or Earnings per ADS of US$ 0.16 for Third Quarter 2008 Oct 29, 2008
Investors are cautioned that actual events and results could differ materially from those statements as a result of a number of factors, including, among other things: -- the intensely competitive personal computer, communications, consumer ICs and non-commodity memory semiconductor industries and markets; -- cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; -- risks associated with global business activities; -- non-operating losses due to poor financial performance of some of our investments; --... (PR Newswire)
CLSA Asks 500 Bankers, Executives to Accept Pay Cuts, Avoiding Job Losses Oct 27, 2008
The proposed pay cut package is similar to the one offered by CLSA in 2003 when the severe acute respiratory syndrome led to faltering economies in Hong Kong and China. We think it's the right way to keep our team intact, maintain client service and allow us to expand our offering during a difficult time,'' Slone said in an interview. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Europe forcing airlines to buy emissions permits Oct 27, 2008
It was the first monthly drop since the outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome in 2003. A drop in air freight of 7. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Report: Air traffic declines sharply in September Oct 25, 2008
9 percent over September 2007 "the first time since the SARS crisis in 2003 that global passenger traffic has shrunk," said the International Air Transport Association, referring to Asia's outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome. "The deterioration in traffic is alarmingly fast-paced and widespread," said Giovanni Bisignani, IATA's director general. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Air France Says Profit Target Is Difficult to Meet as Global Traffic Falls Oct 25, 2008
8 percent in the Asia Pacific region -- was the first since an outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome in 2003, while the cargo drop was the first since the technology-stock bubble burst in 2001. Even as oil prices have tumbled to about $67 a barrel from a record of $147. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Asian stocks routed; Nikkei at 26-year low Oct 24, 2008
Passenger traffic hasn't fallen since the severe acute respiratory syndrome outbreak in 2003. Also in Hong Kong, Jiangxi Copper Co., China's second- biggest smelter of the metal, lost 11% to $HK3. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Air France problems signal bad times ahead for industry Oct 24, 2008
8 percent in the Asia Pacific region - was the first since an outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, in 2003, while the cargo figure's drop was the first since the technology-stock bubble burst in 2001. Even as oil prices have tumbled to about $67 a barrel from a record of $147. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Evolution Of Genes That Trigger The Body's Immune Response To Viral Infection Oct 23, 2008
27, 2003) As health agencies around the world race to pinpoint the cause of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), researchers are reporting success in developing a new theoretical model that shows how the. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Lehman Dynamic Spreads Through Chinese Economy Oct 22, 2008
China's economy grew 9 percent in the third quarter, the weakest since the epidemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, shook Asia five years ago. If is right, things could get worse. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
New outbreak Oct 21, 2008
One doctor tells USA TODAY that he fears severe acute respiratory syndrome may be a rehearsal for something worse ... What worries Henry is that SARS, or severe acute respiratory syndrome, may be a rehearsal for something worse. (USA Today -- News)
China's Economy Feels Chill From Global Crisis Oct 21, 2008
That marks the slowest rate since the second quarter of 2003, when the outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, cooled growth to 6. 7 percent. (Newsmax)
China's Growth Eases to 9%, Slowest Pace Since 2004, on Financial Turmoil Oct 20, 2008
China's expansion was the weakest since the severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, epidemic slashed growth in the second quarter of 2003. The median estimate of the economists in the survey was for growth of 9. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Beijing feels pinch as growth falters Oct 20, 2008
Growth fell to 9 per cent in the year to the September quarter - the slowest pace since the second quarter of 2003 when it slumped because of the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) epidemic - as Chinese officials conceded the impact from the global crisis was greater than expected and would get worse. The gross domestic product figure was well below the market's consensus forecast of 9. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China's economic growth at 5-year low Oct 20, 2008
"The subprime crisis that broke out last year in the US is still spreading and deepening and has caused a global financial crisis.'' China's economic expansion was the weakest since the second quarter of 2003, when growth slumped because of the severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, epidemic. The contribution of trade to growth halved to 1.2 percentage points in the first nine months from a year earlier, the statistics bureau said. Export growth may slow "substantially,'' Mr Li said.... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China pledges moves to boost slowing economy Oct 20, 2008
The 9 percent expansion in the third quarter was the slowest since the second quarter of 2003, when disruptions due to the outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, cooled growth to 6. 7 percent. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Chinese stocks gain on expectations of stimulus Oct 20, 2008
"We expect the government to come up with policies to boost the economy, especially in the property sector,'' said Michelle Qi, a Shanghai-based portfolio manager at Bank of Communications Schroder Fund Management. The CSI300 index, which tracks yuan-denominated shares traded in Shanghai and Shenzhen, added 5.6, or 0.3%, to 1838.86 in local afternoon trading, after losing 1.7% earlier. China's economy expanded 9% in the third quarter, the statistics bureau said today in Beijing. This compares... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Hong Kong's Tsang Says Global Turmoil Bigger Threat Than 1997 Asian Crisis Oct 15, 2008
Growth in that period was at the slowest pace since the third quarter of 2003, when the city began to recover after shrinking during the severe acute respiratory syndrome epidemic. Tsang called for a statutory minimum wage for all Hong Kong workers, the first in the city's history, saying he will introduce such a bill during the 2008-09 legislative session. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Three state research groups get $50M in... Oct 10, 2008
The institutions will work independently and research various flu forms, including severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), tuberculosis and influenza. Reader Comments. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
China's economic confidence continues to drop in Q3 Oct 10, 2008
It was the first time China's BCI fell below 130 points since the outbreak of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic in early 2003. The 100-point mark is seen as a definition between depression and prosperity. (Xinhuanet, China)
Airlines' earnings forecast to rise in '09, as oil prices drop Oct 8, 2008
In 2003, fears about Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) caused a 40% drop in revenues on trans-Pacific routes, and worries ahead of the start of the Iraq war drove an 8% drop in domestic revenues. Yet, annual revenues for all of 2003 fell just 3. (USA Today -- Money)
SARS Response Offers Lessons for Credit Panic Oct 6, 2008
Back then, a relatively small number of cases of severe acute respiratory syndrome (fewer than 26 per 100,000 in Hong Kong, for example) led to a massive panic. Beijing tourist attractions reported revenue losses of 80 percent. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Asia.view: Calm panic Oct 3, 2008
This is not Mr Tsang s first experience with impending chaos, having been a successful financial secretary during the Asian financial crises in 1997, and returning to public office in 2005 when Hong Kong was still suffering from the after-effects of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS. In the face of current events, the government has been calm and decisive. Live chickens, for example, may be part of Hong Kong s culture, but concern about disease is widespread. (The Economist)
Carrying the can forChina's tragedies Oct 3, 2008
Meng Xuenong was purged for covering up of the outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and stepped down as mayor of Beijing in early 2003. But Meng, considered to be a protege of President Hu Jintao, was given the post in Shanxi last year. (Asia Times Online)
China struggles to cap milk crisis Sep 24, 2008
As such, Li becomes the highest-profile political casualty in this unfolding crisis, and the first senior central government official to be held accountable and step down since 2003, when the then health minister, Zhang Wenkang, was sacked for trying to cover up the outbreak of SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome). Wang Yong, deputy secretary general of the State Council, has been appointed to replace Li as minister in charge of the AQSIQ, Xinhua said. (Asia Times Online)
Global warming poses grave health threat to Asia Pacific Sep 24, 2008
In an address that ranged across his 10 years in office, Dr. Omi said that the most difficult decision he had been involved in was the issuing of travel advisories against a number of countries and areas at the height of the SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) threat in 2003. "SARS awakened the global public health community from a kind of slumber," Dr Omi said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Rubber glove sector in the limelight Sep 20, 2008
The emergence of various dangerous diseases, including severe acute respiratory syndrome or SARS, variants of bird flu and bioterrorism, has resulted in growing demand for gloves worldwide. The mandatory use in developed countries, particularly the US and the European Union, as well as rising standards of living in the developing world, is making the use of rubber gloves more routine. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
China promises all-out effort for sick babies Sep 20, 2008
In one of the worst cases, China initially tried to deny the existence of the 2003 outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, and only owned up after it spilled over into other countries. Hu has repeatedly said the fight against official corruption is a priority in China, where the lack of a free press or an independent judiciary has allowed graft to flourish. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Full Story » Sep 20, 2008
" The initial reports of the problem only came to light last week in the Chinese-government controlled media. China has a history of cover-ups involving health and safety scandals. In one of the worst cases, China initially tried to deny the existence of the 2003 outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, and only owned up after it spilled over into other countries. Hu has said the fight against official corruption is a priority in China, where the lack of a free press or an... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Capturing Replication Strategies Used By SARS Viruses In Their Bid To Spread Sep 19, 2008
18, 2008) Just over five years ago, an outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)-coronavirus killed over 750 people. SARS (corona)virus, a positive-stranded RNA virus, replicates in the cytoplasm of host cells, attaching its replication complex to intracellular membranes that it has modified for this purpose. (Science Daily)
New report sees 9.1% drop in 08 arrivals Sep 19, 2008
As tourism fell following the terrorist attacks, the start of the Iraq war and the severe acute respiratory syndrome outbreak in Asia, the construction industry was just heating up, cushioning the state from job losses, he said. But losses were felt in the retail, transportation, food and accommodation sectors, which all posted losses in 2002, Bonham said, noting that a similar scenario is envisioned for this year and next. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Drug makers ignoring key gender differences, immunologist warns Sep 18, 2008
These kinds of differences may prove to be crucial in treating outbreaks of new infectious diseases, says Eleanor Fish, an immunologist who worked on severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, during the 2003 outbreak. Women had a lower mortality rate from SARS than men, Dr. Fish says, possibility because their immune responses were more robust. (Globe and Mail)
The clinic to visit before the exotic journey begins Sep 18, 2008
While severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and terrorist attacks may preoccupy potential international travelers, diarrhea, hepatitis or malaria are much more likely to ruin an African safari or business trip. A boutique travel clinic opening April 11, the Travel and Immunization Clinic of Portland, will help travelers reduce relative risks associated with overseas travel through immunizations, preventative treatments and education. (The Business Journal of Portland, OR)
WHO to nominate new Western Pacific chief Sep 17, 2008
He was remembered for efforts to tackle severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) during his first term and programs to harness the spread of the (H5N1) avian influenza virus during his second term. He will officially resign from the post at the end of January 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Shanxi governor resigns, acting governor appointed Sep 16, 2008
He was elected mayor of Beijing in January 2003 and was removed from the post for failing to respond properly to SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) crisis in April the same year. He was appointed deputy director of the Office of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project Construction Committee of the State Council in September 2003. (Xinhuanet, China)
Can gov't personnel reshuffle make Shanxi Province a safer place? Sep 15, 2008
He was made mayor of Beijing in January 2003 but was sacked from the post for failing to respond properly to SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) crisis in April the same year. Wang Yukai, a professor with National School of Administration, told Xinhua in an interview that Meng may not be directly related to the dump collapse in Shanxi Province, but he "should be held accountable for his leadership role.". (Xinhuanet, China)
China launches investigation of tainted formula Sep 13, 2008
China hid the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, for four months in late 2002 and early 2003, drawing international criticism when the disease spread to Hong Kong and then around the world. A team of doctors and investigators showed up at Sanlu's factory yesterday from the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine; the ministry of agriculture; the ministry of public security; the health ministry; the State Administration for Industry and... (Boston Globe)
China orders infant formula investigation after baby dies Sep 13, 2008
China hid the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, for four months in late 2002 and early 2003, drawing international criticism when the disease spread to Hong Kong and then elsewhere in the world. Melamine, an ingredient of plastics and fertilizers, is sometimes added in China by dishonest merchants to animal feed. (International Herald Tribune)
State names new chief disease tracker Sep 12, 2008
Park was part of CDC teams receiving commendations for outstanding work during the 2002 West Nile virus outbreak in the United States and the 2003 severe acute respiratory syndrome epidemic in Asia. She received a bachelor's degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and her medical degree from Boston University. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Face Masks Analyzed As Aid in Flu Pandemic Sep 12, 2008
What little is known about masks and respiratory infections comes from research on tuberculosis and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), two infections that influenza may not mimic. Many companies are now stockpiling masks and gloves. (Yahoo News -- Influenza)
SARS spurs China to act on AIDS Sep 12, 2008
SARS, or severe acute respiratory syndrome, first emerged in China's Guangdong province in November 2002. But the country only publicly admitted the outbreak in February 2003, when there had already been 305 infections and 5 deaths. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Resorts World proves durable Sep 12, 2008
Even when the global economies were hit by the financial crisis (1997/98), tech bubble burst (2000), Sept 11 terrorist attack in the US (2001), severe acute respiratory syndrome (2003) and the numerous fuel hikes in Malaysia. Resorts earnings have stayed vigilant, growing at three-year compounded average growth rate of 15% despite rising regional competition especially when the number of casinos in Macau increased from 11 in 2003 to 30 in the first half of this year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Parties Fight for Survival in Legislative Election Sep 7, 2008
They won 25 in the last legislative elections when they were boosted by anti- government sentiment following the 2003 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome outbreak, which killed 299 people, and a seven-year recession. Democrats are also fighting this election without two of their star figures: , the veteran legislator who helped found the Democratic Party, and , the popular former deputy leader of the government, have both decided not to seek re-election. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Singapore foreign investor appeal bolstered by govt efforts Sep 6, 2008
The two IRs were mooted after the devastating impact of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome on the economy in 2003 and the laggard performance of Singapores private residential market compared with other cities in the region. The Singapore governments pro-active efforts in formulating strategic plans to cushion the economy from unforeseen circumstances are commendable and have given a new lease of life to an otherwise listless property market. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Singapore properties remain much sought after Aug 30, 2008
Then came the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and the good times came to an end. The pain was short and intense, on every front. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
'Sovereignty' that risks global health Aug 21, 2008
As the world learned with the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) -- which first appeared in China in 2002 but was not reported by Chinese officials until it spread to four other nations -- globally shared health risk demands absolute global transparency. There is strong evidence from a variety of sources that forms of the bird flu virus circulating in Indonesia are more virulent than those elsewhere and in a few cases may have spread directly from one person to another. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Airlines stand to lose $6.1bn Aug 21, 2008
" The price of oil has jumped from $25 a barrel in 2002 to more than $140 earlier this year. It is now about $110, but Bisignani said it could easily surge again on instability in Russia and the Middle East. High oil prices were "reshaping the business in a way that the demand shocks of severe acute respiratory syndrome or 9/11 did not". While airlines had worked hard to cut costs, they were not free to operate as normal businesses because airspace access and foreign ownership were controlled by... (Business Report, South Africa)
'Oil worse than 9/11' Aug 20, 2008
But the airline, founded by British entrepreneur Richard Branson, said higher oil prices had damaged the industry more than the 2001 attacks on the US and the outbreak of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) combined. "The current fuel crisis and it is just that ... a fuel crisis in so far as the industry is concerned has swamped the industry, to a magnitude greater than probably SARS and 9/11 combined," chief executive Brett Godfrey said. (iAfrica.com)
Virgin posts 55% fall in net profit Aug 20, 2008
But the airline, founded by British entrepreneur Richard Branson, said higher oil prices had damaged the industry more than the 2001 attacks on the United States and the outbreak of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) combined. Boeing 737-800s of Virgin Blue line the apron at Sydney Airport. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Flagler mom shares son's Olympic dream, success Aug 15, 2008
Although Maxine Kronick has visited her son in China every year, except during the SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) epidemic, she's passing on the Olympics. "It's pure commotion in his house right now, so I don't want to go during the Olympics," said the mother of four, grandmother of nine, and former Flint, Mich. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Korean Air Reports Wider Second-Quarter Loss on Jet-Fuel Costs, Weaker Won Aug 14, 2008
Korean Air joined Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd., Hong Kong's biggest carrier, in posting its first operating loss since the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, outbreak in 2003, as it struggled to cope with a near-doubling of fuel prices. The airline has cut 12 international routes and added surcharges on domestic flights to offset its rising costs. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Putting sufferers behind bars is no way to solve TB problem Aug 14, 2008
Canada, however, was one of the few countries that failed dismally to contain the outbreak of highly infectious severe acute respiratory syndrome several years ago. In addition, the scale of the problem of both TB and XDR-TB is limited there. (Business Report, South Africa)
WHO increases priority diseases for surveillance Aug 12, 2008
The emerging and re-emerging diseases include severe acute respiratory syndrome, avian and pandemic influenza, lishmaniasis, pertussis, cikungunya fever, non-communicable diseases, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and asthma. Dr Lawson Ahadzie, head of the Disease and Surveillance Unit of the Ghana Health Service, said this at the opening of a two-day meeting of the Unit to revise Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) Technical Guidelines. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Costly fuel brings dozens of airlines to their knees Aug 7, 2008
4 percent registered over the year to date, and its lowest rate since an outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, emptied aircraft in Asia in 2003. 1. (International Herald Tribune)
Cathay Pacific Reports First Loss in Five Years on Record Jet-Fuel Costs Aug 6, 2008
24 billion loss after slashing fares and giving away thousands of tickets to lure travelers back to Hong Kong following the outbreak of SARS, or Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. The carrier was founded in September 1946 in Shanghai by American Roy C. Farrell and Australian Sydney de Kantzow with a single World War II surplus DC3 airplane named Betsy, which now hangs in the Hong Kong Science Museum. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Siliconware Precision Industries Reports a 6.2% Quarter-over-Quarter Increase in Revenues Resulting in Earnings per Share of NT$ 0.79 or Earnings per ADS of US$ 0.13 for Second Quarter 2008 Aug 6, 2008
Investors are cautioned that actual events and results could differ materially from those statements as a result of a number of factors, including, among other things: -- the intensely competitive personal computer, communications, consumer ICs and non-commodity memory semiconductor industries and markets; -- cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; -- risks associated with global business activities; -- non-operating losses due to poor financial performance of some of our investments; --... (PR Newswire)
Cathay sinks to a loss Aug 6, 2008
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Cathay Pacific posts first-half loss amid high fuel costs Aug 6, 2008
It was Cathay's first half-year loss since 2003, when fears over Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, devastated the region's tourism industry. The company still booked a profit for the full-year that fiscal period, however. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Airlines in Asia illustrate problems for industry Aug 6, 2008
It was Cathay's first half-year loss since 2003, when fears over severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, devastated the region's tourism industry. The company still booked a profit for that full fiscal year, however. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
How now Yao? Aug 2, 2008
In 2003 he returned home to play on the Chinese national team, and also hosted a multi-national telethon that raised more than $300,000 to help researchers seeking a cure for SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome). But Yao was even more affected by the recent that hit China's Sichuan and Gansu provinces, donating $2 million to relief work and creating a foundation to help rebuild schools destroyed by the quake. (CNN -- International)
Virus Behind Mysterious Parrot Disease Identified Aug 2, 2008
"This discovery has potentially solved a mystery that has been plaguing the avian veterinary community since the 1970s," said DeRisi, a molecular biologist whose laboratory aided in the 2003 discovery of the virus causing Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, in humans. "These results clearly reveal the existence of an avian reservoir of remarkably diverse bornaviruses that are dramatically different from anything seen in other animals.". (Science Daily)
