Warns of increased flu incidence: multiple counties excluded



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March 22-28, the highest number of patients was registered in Kaunas County (21.8 cases per 10,000 inhabitants), the lowest in Utena (11.0 cases per 10,000 inhabitants).

According to the NVSC, March 22-28. In Lithuania, 1 person was diagnosed with influenza, 1 resident also got sick with influenza in the previous week (March 8-14). 2020-2021 During the flu season, no one received flu treatment in hospitals.

2020 In week 12, the general incidence of influenza and CVD was almost 5 times higher (82.3 cases per 10,000 inhabitants), and at the same time in 2019, the aforementioned morbidity rate amounted to 65.1 cases10 thousand. population.

Influenza Incidence (Photo by NVSC)

According to the National Public Health Laboratory, in 2021. 1-11 weeks 3 samples were taken for the detection of influenza virus, but no influenza virus was isolated.

Influenza Incidence (Photo by NVSC)

NVSC specialists remember that when sneezing and coughing, it is necessary to cover the nose and mouth and use tissues or hand sanitizers (for example, hand sanitizing wipes). Used tissues must be disposed of immediately. Try to wash your hands as often as possible.

It is also very important to avoid touching surfaces that may be contaminated with the flu virus. Do not touch the eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. It is recommended to ventilate and wet the facilities more frequently. If you get sick, go to a personal health care facility, drink plenty of fluids, and stay home.



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