In St. Petersburg and Leningrad region decreased the increase in the incidence of SARS and influenza
In St. Petersburg and Leningrad region there is a decrease in the incidence of SARS and influenza. According to the press service of the interregional department of Rospotrebnadzor, at the 45th week of 2026, more than 15.2 thousand cases of diseases were recorded in St. Petersburg. In the Leningrad region, this figure exceeded 8.8 thousand. At the 44th week in St. Petersburg, more than 18.3 thousand cases of SARS and influenza were recorded, in the Leningrad region - more than 11.3 thousand cases.
In St. Petersburg and Leningrad region there is a decrease in the incidence of SARS and influenza. According to the press service of the interregional department of Rospotrebnadzor, at the 45th week of 2026, more than 15.2 thousand cases of diseases were recorded in St. Petersburg. In the Leningrad region, this figure exceeded 8.8 thousand. At the 44th week in St. Petersburg, more than 18.3 thousand cases of SARS and influenza were recorded, in the Leningrad region - more than 11.3 thousand cases.
In Rospotrebnadzor also reported that the bulk of the diseases caused by viruses of non-influenza nature, including rhinoviruses, parainfluenza and adenoviruses.
By week 45, 511,995 people had been vaccinated against the flu, including 160,309 children.
Vaccination is recommended for often ill SARS, people with chronic diseases (lungs, cardiovascular system, obesity), young children, pregnant and elderly.
Important: immunity is formed 14 days after vaccination. At this time, it is necessary to limit contacts and avoid communicating with patients.
Doctors remind you to minimize the risk of spreading respiratory infections, follow these recommendations: if possible, avoid places with large crowds, regularly and thoroughly wash your hands with soap or use antiseptics, ventilate rooms more often. If you have symptoms of respiratory illness, stay home and see your doctor.
