Rospotrebnadzor reported an increase in the incidence of influenza and COVID-19

The press service of Rospotrebnadzor reported that in Russia there is an increase in the incidence of SARS, influenza and COVID-19: 734 thousand cases were registered in the 38th week of the year, which is 33.8% more than a week earlier. The epidemiological situation is developing in accordance with forecasts, but the intensity of the spread of respiratory infections is increasing.

According to the results of virological monitoring, among circulating viruses, the pathogens of nefripose etiology prevail - 99.4%, of which rhinoviruses account for 81.6%, parainfluenza - 12.5%, and influenza viruses account for 0.6%, among which A(H1N1), A(H3N2), B and C are found.

The Ministry recalled that timely vaccination against influenza remains the most reliable way to protect against severe course and complications, and first of all it is shown to risk groups: children, the elderly 60+, people with chronic diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular pathologies, as well as workers with high contact with the population - doctors, teachers, social workers and trade.

Earlier it was reported that tours of Russians were in danger of disruption due to the outbreak of a dangerous infection.