On Sakhalin, there is an increase in the incidence of ARVI among children

The situation in the municipalities is favorable. A slight increase is noted in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and in the Uglegorsk region. If we evaluate by age groups, over the past week among adults, the morbidity dynamics is negative, but a slight increase is noted among children from 0 to 14 years old.

The incidence is associated with viruses of non-influenza etiology, that is, influenza viruses are not yet detected according to the results of laboratory tests. Rhinoviruses and parainfluenza viruses circulate in the region. To date, no group diseases caused by respiratory viral infections have also been registered.

If we talk about preventive measures, then traditionally with influenza and SARS, they are divided into specific and non-specific. The only way to specific prevention is influenza vaccination.

– What could be the problem? The fact that this year we are expected to have a possible social circulation of the influenza virus and the new coronavirus, therefore, it is imperative to vaccinate against influenza so that it is less difficult and without consequences to endure the epidemic season of 2020-2021, – said Galina Kovtonyuk.

Non-specific prophylaxis measures remain the same. This is a continuation of the fight against coronavirus, that is, it is recommended to avoid contact with sick people, thoroughly ventilate and disinfect the premises, harden the body, increase immunity, walk in the fresh air, play sports, eat right and take other measures necessary to maintain health.

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