May 2003
China Claims Preliminary Successes in Fight Against SARS - 2003-05-31
China has reported a significant reduction in SARS cases, with a 90% decrease this month and only one new case reported today. The government is…
Seven New Cases of SARS Reported in China - 2003-05-30
China has reported seven new cases of SARS, including one death, while Canada has revised its case numbers upward due to a broader definition of…
Quarantine Established in Toronto, Canada - 2003-05-28
Health officials in Toronto have quarantined 6,000 individuals, including 2,000 high school students, due to potential SARS exposure. Prime Minister Chrétien reassured that visiting Toronto…
North Korea Faces Famine Again - 2003-05-28
North Korea is facing a potential famine due to reduced international food aid linked to its nuclear program disputes with the U.S. and South Korea.…
Taiwan Rejects China's Proposal for Medical Aid
Taiwan has turned down China's offer of medical assistance, asserting control over the SARS outbreak despite recent fatalities. This rejection highlights ongoing tensions between Taiwan…
No New SARS Cases Reported in Hong Kong - May 25, 2003
Hong Kong has not seen new SARS cases since March, while Canada reports a rise in infections. Taiwan experiences a decrease in cases, and China…
Canadian Health Officials Report Potential SARS Cases in 20 Individuals - 2003-05-24
Canadian health officials have indicated that at least 20 individuals may be infected with SARS, raising concerns about a potential resurgence of the disease in…
Prevention of Speech by Taiwanese Representative - 2003-05-24
The UN prevented Taiwanese diplomat Andrew Hsia from holding a press conference due to a complaint from China. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between…
Travel Restrictions to Hong Kong Lifted - 2003-05-23
The World Health Organization has lifted travel restrictions to Hong Kong and Guangdong due to a decreased risk of SARS, bringing relief to the local…
How to Combat the Spread of SARS? - 2003-05-20
Health officials from several countries affected by SARS emphasize the need for collaboration to combat the disease effectively. Taiwan is currently experiencing a rapid spread…
World Health Organization: Dangerous Diseases Will Increase in the 21st Century - 2003-05-20
The World Health Organization warns that dangerous diseases like SARS will increase in the 21st century, urging global cooperation in health measures. The organization expresses…
SARS Crisis Resurfaces in Taiwan - 2003-05-18
The SARS crisis has intensified in Taiwan, with health officials reporting four deaths and 36 new cases in a single day. China and Hong Kong…
No Signs of Decrease in the Spread of SARS in China
The WHO reports that while SARS cases in China have decreased, the spread of the disease is still a concern. The recent death toll has…
Ban on Participation in Classes at the University of California Lifted for Students from SARS-affected Countries
The University of California, Berkeley, has lifted restrictions for 80 students from SARS-affected countries to attend summer classes, while still preventing over 400 others from…
China's Reports on the Spread of SARS Virus to Beijing Contain Major Deficiencies - 2003-05-10
The World Health Organization criticized China's reports on the SARS virus spread in Beijing for lacking crucial information regarding patient infections. As of now, China…
History of Women's Football Championship in the Asian Football Confederation AFC - 2003-05-10
The Women's Football Championship in the AFC was established in 1968 to promote women's football. The first tournament took place in Hong Kong with six…
Official Reports Indicate Decrease in SARS Outbreak in Beijing and Hong Kong
Official reports indicate a decrease in SARS cases in Beijing and Hong Kong, while Taiwan sees an increase. The World Health Organization has issued travel…
Rapid Spread of SARS in a Province of China - 2003-05-08
The WHO has issued a stronger travel warning regarding SARS in several regions of China and Taiwan, reporting a higher mortality rate than previously thought.…
New Research on SARS Shows It Is Far More Deadly Than People Think - 2003-05-07
New research reveals that SARS is significantly deadlier than previously believed, particularly for those over 60, with a survival rate of only fifty percent. This…
Despite Increasing Global Efforts to Combat Deadly SARS Disease, the Virus Continues to Spread
The head of the World Health Organization warned that despite global efforts, the SARS virus continues to spread, particularly in China and Hong Kong. This…
Hong Kong Reports Lowest SARS Death Toll Today - 2003-05-05
Hong Kong reported its lowest SARS death toll in over three weeks, with three new deaths today, raising the total to 187. Tung Chee-hwa expressed…
Ten Malaysian Crew Members Suspected of SARS Hospitalized in Hong Kong - 2003-05-04
Ten crew members of a Malaysian cargo ship showing SARS symptoms were hospitalized in Hong Kong but later cleared of the virus. The ship was…
The Main Source of SARS Disease in Singapore is Hospitals
A senior health official in Singapore revealed that hospitals are the primary source of SARS infections, accounting for 62% of cases. This information is critical…
Thousands of Asians Commemorate May Day - 2003-05-01
On May Day, thousands of workers across Asia protested for better wages and job security amid concerns over the SARS outbreak. Major demonstrations occurred in…