Publish Time: 2025-11-11 Origin: Bioteke, WHO
World Pneumonia Day, observed every year on November 12, aims to raise global awareness about pneumonia — a preventable and treatable disease that remains one of the leading causes of death among children and adults worldwide.
Pneumonia is a form of acute respiratory infection that is most commonly caused by viruses or bacteria. It can cause mild to life-threatening illness in people of all ages, however it is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide.
Pneumonia killed more than 808 000 children under the age of 5 in 2017, accounting for 15% of all deaths of children under 5 years. People at-risk for pneumonia also include adults over the age of 65 and people with preexisting health problems.
The lungs are made up of small sacs called alveoli, which fill with air when a healthy person breathes. When an individual has pneumonia, the alveoli are filled with pus and fluid, which makes breathing painful and limits oxygen intake. These infections are generally spread by direct contact with infected people.(WHO)
Pneumonia is often caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, and accurate diagnosis is essential to guide accurate treatment.
Symptoms:
Cough
Shortness of breath
Fever, sweating and shaking chills
Fatigue
Chest pain
Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
Treatment:
People of all ages can reduce their risk of pneumonia by:
Get vaccinated: Immunization against Hib, pneumococcus, measles, influenza and whooping cough (pertussis) is the most effective way to prevent pneumonia.
Wash your hands: Maintain good hygiene and washing your hands frequently, especially when caring for others who are sick or after blowing your nose, will keep germs from spreading.
Address environmental factors: Reduce indoor air pollution by providing affordable clean indoor stoves and stop smoking.
Maintain healthy lifestyle: Eat a healthy diet, rest and get regular exercise to help you stay well.
Early detection through rapid antigen tests or molecular PCR diagnostics can help clinicians and healthcare facilities determine the exact cause of infection within minutes or hours, enabling faster treatment and reducing complications.
As a professional in vitro diagnostic (IVD) manufacturer, Bioteke is committed to providing comprehensive respiratory infection diagnostic solutions.
Our portfolio includes both rapid antigen test kits and fluorescent PCR-based nucleic acid detection kits that can identify multiple respiratory pathogens simultaneously — including those most associated with pneumonia.
Detects common respiratory viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A/B, RSV, Adenovirus and Mycoplasma pneumoniae in just 15 minutes.
Easy-to-use, accurate, and suitable for point-of-care testing.
Detects up to 29 respiratory pathogens in one test using real-time fluorescent PCR technology.
Ideal for hospitals, laboratories, and disease control centers.
ISO13485 and CE certified, ensuring global compliance and reliability.
By supporting both rapid screening and high-precision molecular diagnostics, Bioteke helps healthcare professionals respond faster to pneumonia outbreaks and make informed treatment decisions.
The World Pneumonia Day 2025 — “Breath Easier, Live Healthier” — reminds us that prevention starts with awareness, and protection starts with diagnosis.
Bioteke continues to innovate in respiratory diagnostics, empowering healthcare providers and communities worldwide to detect pneumonia early, treat effectively, and save lives.
Let’s join hands this World Pneumonia Day to:
✅ Raise awareness about pneumonia prevention.
✅ Promote early testing and accurate diagnosis.
✅ Support access to reliable diagnostic tools in every healthcare setting.
Bioteke — Advancing Respiratory Diagnostics for a Healthier World.