In Moscow, estimated the seasonal increase in the incidence of influenza

The city authorities are constantly monitoring the incidence and sequencing of circulating viruses, which allows you to see the current epidemiological picture of the city. At the moment, the situation on influenza and SARS in Moscow corresponds to the current epidemic season, said the Deputy Mayor of the capital for social development Anastasia Rakova.

According to her, experts recorded a seasonal increase in the incidence, including in connection with the return of schoolchildren from vacation, but none of the epidemiological thresholds is not exceeded. “The proportion of influenza is gradually increasing, which is also typical for this time of year,” the vice mayor said. We analyzed the circulating strains to assess their features and potential risks to citizens. Influenza A of the H1N1 subtype is now prevalent. Today's analysis shows that the disease in most cases is mild and lasts an average of 4-5 days, an increase in the number of hospitalizations is not observed.”.

Rakova added that the capital’s healthcare system is fully ready for the seasonal rise in the incidence, and clinics and hospitals are working normally. The city is fully provided with sufficient beds and reserve facilities for the treatment of seasonal respiratory diseases, which will allow you to respond quickly to any changes in the situation.

According to the Moscow Department of Health, the increase in the incidence of influenza in the current season began on average two weeks later than last year. Experts remind that the most effective way to protect yourself is vaccination. According to statistics, in Moscow over the past few years, not a single case of severe influenza among citizens who have been vaccinated has been recorded.

You can get vaccinated free of charge in the city polyclinic, as well as in 18 mobile points near metro stations and the IDC. The vaccine itself does not contain a live virus and is completely safe, and immunity to the disease is formed within two weeks after the procedure.