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President U Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by concerned officials, on Sunday visited the Dagon University Railway Station in Yangon Region. Chief Minister and officials reported on the status of chosen site for YBS Bus ter
Union Minister for Labour U Khin Maung Soe, together with officials, inspected the buildings of Technical Support Office (Yangon) in Thingangyun township on Sunday. During the inspection, Director General of Labour Depar
Some roads in Dawei Township of Tanintharyi Region were inundated and affected by water overflow due to heavy rainfall since the evening of September 26. Accompanied by Region Government ministers and concerned officials
The final races and prize-giving ceremony of the 143rd historic Phaundaw Oo Pagoda Festival boat races were held in Meiktila Township on September 27, with Mandalay Region Hluttaw Speaker U Aung Kyaw Moe attending and en
Mekong, September 28 Three men were arrested on September 27 in Tachilek city, eastern Shan State, for impersonating police officers, assaulting and threatening a man, and stealing his motorcycle, according to the Tachil
Mekong, September 28 In Kyaukme Township, northern Shan State, a dispute between members of the Shan State Progressive Party (SSPP/SSA) and the Palaung State Liberation Front (PSLF/TNLA) led to a shooting incident, resul
Thousands of civilians displaced by intense fighting between the Myanmar military junta and the Arakan Army (AA) along the Sittwe–Ponnagyun border are in desperate need of emergency humanitarian assistance, local sources
The Provisional Government is preparing to launch renewed offensives on Chin (South), Rakhine, and Karenni states, which are still suffering losses and defeats due to fierce resistance from revolutionary forces, by prima
Three low-pressure areas are expected to form in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal during the upcoming October, with two of them potentially intensifying into small cyclones, according to a release from the Department of
It has been learned from local social organizations that plans are being made to release 30,000 lanterns during the upcoming Thingyan festival in the Bagan archaeological zone. It is said that the lantern release will be
The trade volume at the border trade inspection station at the entrance of Myitkyina city, Kachin State, has reached 2.667 million US dollars, according to the station's records. The border trade inspection station at th
Search-and-rescue operations continued Monday in the Tanintharyi Region capital Dawei Township after at least 13 residents were killed by flooding and landslides Sept. 24-27. A local resistance group called the Tavoyan N
Vice President Daw Nan Ni Ni Aye instructed to jointly strive to elevate Myanmar's tourism sector to a certain standard by developing and utilizing modern technologies such as digital and artificial intelligence (AI). Th
Addressing a high-level side event co-hosted by Bangladesh on the sidelines of the 81st session of the U.N. General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, U.N. Special Envoy on Myanmar Julie Bishop delivered an urgent call for
Mekong, September 27 A 72-year-old man, who was expelled from his village in Songphu Don Takhote village, Toungoo Township, on the grounds of having albinism, has regained the right to live in his home within the village
It has been announced by the Yangon-Mandalay Expressway Maintenance and Supervision Committee that a report has been filed with the Expressway Police Force to take legal action against the driver of "Shwe Lynn Yone Expre
Military defector killed in airstrike on NUG regional HQ The regime’s Ministry of Information (MOI) reported on Friday that one Burma Air Force defector named Nay Win Aung was among an unknown number of people killed by
It has been reported by local residents that 31 houses in Pya Bin Taung village, Nga Phe Chaung village tract, Nyaungshwe Township, southern Shan State, suffered roof damage due to strong winds. In Pya Bin Taung village,
A pickup truck carrying passengers and goods has fallen and submerged in the Moei River on the Myanmar-Thailand border after the driver lost control due to excessive speed, and salvage efforts are still proving difficult
It has been learned from the 2026 Lantern Festival Organizing Sub-committee that 106 units of night-flying lanterns have been registered for the 2026 Taunggyi Tazaungdaing Lantern Festival. The registration for lanterns
Article Writer – Dr. Moe Thit Nay (Ayeyarwaddy Times, September 27) Cough is a symptom that almost everyone experiences. However, not every cough is a lung disease, and simply taking cough medicine does not mean the cause of the cough has been treated. In addition to colds, various diseases such as pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, and acid reflux can cause coughing. Some people may even cough as a side effect of certain medications. Why do we cough? In reality, coughing is one of the body's important protective reflexes. When mucus, dust, smoke, chemicals, pathogens, or food particles enter the respiratory tract, sensory organs in the airway are stimulated. From there, nerve pathways transmit signals to the area in the brainstem that controls coughing. In response, the brain first causes a deep inhalation, temporarily closes the glottis, and increases the pressure inside the chest. Finally, when the glottis opens, air is expelled forcefully, clearing out mucus, debris, and irritants. This is the process of coughing. Therefore, it is not always advisable to suppress a cough forcefully. For someone with mucus, coughing helps to expel mucus from the respiratory tract. Dry Cough and Productive Cough Dry Cough (Non-productive cough) This is when you cough but do not produce phlegm. It often feels like an itchy throat or something irritating the throat, and can be caused by early viral infections, COVID-19 and influenza, asthma, allergies, smoke exposure and air pollution, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and some medications. Productive Cough (Wet cough) This is when you cough up phlegm (sputum). It is commonly seen in various respiratory illnesses, including colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchiectasis, and tuberculosis. It is important to note that the notion that yellow or green phlegm indicates a bacterial infection is incorrect. One cannot conclude that antibiotics are needed based solely on a change in phlegm color. How long the cough lasts is more important Doctors use the duration of a cough as a crucial factor in diagnosis. Coughs lasting less than 3 weeks are generally classified as acute coughs, those lasting 3 to 8 weeks as subacute coughs, and those lasting more than 8 weeks as chronic coughs. After a cold, even if other symptoms disappear, a cough can linger for several weeks. This is because inflammation and a state of increased susceptibility to irritation remain in the airway. Causes and Diseases that Can Cause Coughing Acute coughs are most commonly caused by colds, respiratory viral infections, influenza, COVID-19, and acute bronchitis. If accompanied by fever, chills, rapid breathing, or chest pain, pneumonia should be considered. Symptoms such as wheezing during breathing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and worsening cough at night or in the early morning can be seen in asthma. If you have a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, and a feeling of mucus in your throat along with a cough, it could be allergies or upper airway cough syndrome. Post-nasal drip can also be a cause. If the cough worsens after eating or when lying down, and is accompanied by heartburn, acid reflux, and a sour taste in the mouth, it may be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Exposure to cigarettes, vapes, smoke, dust, and chemical fumes can also cause or worsen a cough. In smokers, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other lung diseases should also be considered. Some medications in the ACE inhibitor class, used for high blood pressure, can also cause a dry cough. If a cough starts after taking medication, you should consult the prescribing doctor before stopping it on your own. Be aware of Tuberculosis (TB) and Whooping Cough Especially in areas where TB is prevalent, a persistent cough should not be dismissed as just a cold. Pulmonary TB can manifest as a cough lasting more than 3 weeks, coughing up blood, chest pain, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Simultaneously, if you have a persistent, severe cough, you should also be aware of whooping cough. Initially, it may resemble a cold, but later it progresses to uncontrollable, violent coughing fits, followed by a "whoop" sound when inhaling or vomiting. In newborns and infants, it can lead to apnea (temporary cessation of breathing) without coughing, making it particularly critical. Danger Signs Requiring Immediate Attention If you experience shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, excessively rapid breathing, bluish lips or face, chest tightness, pain with breathing, coughing up blood, dizziness, loss of consciousness, drowsiness, confusion, high fever, extreme fatigue, dehydration, or a cough lasting more than 3 weeks (especially if accompanied by weight loss or night sweats), or if newborns and infants have difficulty breathing, feeding difficulties, or lethargy, you must seek medical attention. How to treat a cough The most important aspect of treating a cough is not just to "treat the cough itself" but to "treat the underlying cause of the cough." For a common cold caused by a virus, rest, plenty of fluids, warm beverages, and saline nasal drops for congestion can help alleviate symptoms. For children over one year old and adults, a small amount of honey can help relieve a cough, but infants under one year old should never be given honey. If you have a fever, use appropriate medication such as paracetamol as directed by a doctor.
Ground battles between the junta army and the Arakan Army (AA) have reached their most intense level in the southern part of Ponnagyun Township, Rakhine State, with the junta army deploying over 1500 troops for its offen
A low-pressure area continues to persist along the Tanintharyi coast of Myanmar, and due to its influence, heavy rainfall has caused floods and landslides in townships within the Tanintharyi Region, leading to the collap
A robbery took place at the "7 GLORY" phone shop, located in a busy area of Pyin Oo Lwin city, Mandalay Region, on the afternoon of September 26, with items and cash worth over 120 million kyats stolen, according to loca
A performance staged before it began Before Min Aung Hlaing entered the room to give his first interview to a Western outlet since he seized power five years ago, his aides manoeuvred an ornate Rococo looking glass into
Bago Region Chief Minister U Myo Swe Win, accompanied by members of the Region Government members, inspected the NyaungKha Shay (X-Ray) Permanent Checkpoint in Waw Township on the morning of September 27 to ensure the se
The 2,590th Buddha Pujaniya Festival of the historic Mya ThaLun Pagoda in Magway, Magway Region, will be held for more than 20 days. A coordination meeting on preparations for the successful holding of the Buddha Pujaniy
The Myanmar Edible Oil Millers Association (MEOMA) held its annual general meeting on Sunday, attended by Union Minister for Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation U Min Naung, Union Minister for Industry and MSME Develop
A commemorative ceremony marking World Tourism Day was held at Myanmar International Convention Center (1) in Nay Pyi Taw on Sunday. Chairperson of the National Tourism Development Central Committee Vice President Daw Na
Mekong, September 27 It is reported that a man driving a license-less 22-wheel trailer was arrested along with the vehicle and is being prosecuted in Shwe Nyaung town, Taunggyi district, southern Shan State. Around 4:30
It has been reported that measures are being implemented in Mawlamyine Township to reduce power loss and collect outstanding meter bills. A joint team from the State Electricity Department, Mawlamyine District, and Mawla
A low pressure area has formed over the Tanintharyi coast and the Andaman Sea, and 12 regions and states are likely to experience heavy rainfall, according to a warning issued by the Department of Meteorology and Hydrolo
A driver of a Golden Eagle Express bus, who filmed and posted videos on the social network TikTok while driving on the Yangon-Mandalay Expressway to the song "Ala Ma Chaung De," has been reported to the Expressway Police
According to the observation at 9:30 AM on September 27, the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has announced that a low pressure area has formed over the Tanintharyi coast and the Andaman Sea. It is estimated that
The newly constructed South Dagon Mall located near Myanma Thakaung War Veteran Housing (Laydauntkan) in Yangon was opened on Saturday morning. Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo attended the openin
Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo met with military officers, Tatmadaw personnel, and their families from the Thanlyin and Dala Stations on Saturday. In his speech, the Commander-in-Chief highlight