In Irkutsk, the epidemic threshold for ARVI has been exceeded by 6.1 percent, while across the region overall incidence remains 32.8 percent below threshold values. Laboratory monitoring found circulation of influenza A and other respiratory viruses. Rospotrebnadzor reminds of preventive measures, dress for the weather, avoid hypothermia, wear masks and see a doctor at the first symptoms.
In the city of Irkutsk, the epidemic threshold for acute respiratory viral infections is exceeded by 6.1%. Overall in the region, morbidity rates are 32.8% below threshold values.According to the results of laboratory monitoring, the circulation of influenza A and other respiratory viruses has been established in the etiological structure of ARVI.
The Office of Rospotrebnadzor for the Irkutsk Region reminds that to prevent influenza and ARVI, preventive measures should be observed: dress according to the weather, avoid hypothermia, and to maintain immunity, consume vitamins, vegetables, and fruits. Use nonspecific preventive measures as recommended by a doctor. Avoid close contact with sick people, wear masks. If the first symptoms of the illness appear, it is necessary to seek medical attention.
Based on materials from the Office of the Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing in the Irkutsk Region