Provincial Health Directorate new York Published on Friday reuse suggestion face mask in public places, “At a time when a large number of people gather both indoors and outdoors, this winter season is experiencing cases of covid-19 and other diseases.” unusually high concurrent increases“.
In addition, New Yorkers to have Kovid and flu vaccines, to pass viral tests, wash your hands and stay home if you are sick In his statement, he emphasized that this is “especially important” for people who will meet during the festive season.
Is there a increased risk of complications from covid-19 For those with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) or influenza, and people over 65 years of age and immunocompromised.
According to the health agency, cases of covid and flu are on the rise across the country and in this city. Nationwide, hospitalizations for the flu hit their highest level in a decade at this time of year.
“The holiday season is all about being together and there is a way to do it safely, respiratory viruses are unusually high in our city”said Ashwin Vasan, the city’s Health Commissioner.
Vasan got it This protection should include: vaccines and supplements, as well as “common sense guards” such as wearing a “high-quality” mask indoors or in crowds, and staying at home if they feel unwell.
People who are at higher risk of serious illness from respiratory viruses, including those over 65 years of age, infants, those with compromised immune systems, certain underlying medical conditions, pregnant or out-of-date on flu vaccine or covid, should take additional precautions. The city doctor warned to avoid exposure to respiratory viruses.
New York state announced last February Eliminated the use of closed masks Although it is continued in some places such as nursing homes and it is time for public transport in September, it continues to be in force in hospitals and health centers.