“There are ways more reliable than vaccinations”: the doctor explained how to protect yourself from the flu

There are ways to prevent influenza more reliable than vaccinations, but it was necessary to prepare for the autumn-winter period in advance, said Professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences Vladislav Shafalinov. His recommendations he voiced in a conversation with Tsargrad.

The specialist admitted that he does not like the very concept of “anti-influenza drug” because influenza is only one of the viral agents that cause acute respiratory diseases. According to him, the director of the Institute of influenza stated that 98% of viral infections are of non-influenza origin.

The question then is, why are we treating flu drugs? I will tell you honestly, I believe this: if a person has healthy immunity, if he leads a normal lifestyle, if he does not abuse pharmacological drugs, he will not bring the flu or tolerate it easily.

He also noted that the flu is severely transmitted by people weakened by concomitant diseases and complications. To prepare for the season, according to Shafalinov, it was necessary earlier - to temper, engage in sports and physical activity in the fresh air.

If the risk of getting sick still remains, the specialist advises to avoid extreme factors, such as hypothermia, and just take care of yourself.

Earlier, the Russians were told what diseases may worsen in the autumn.

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