The incidence of ARVI, influenza and coronavirus on the territory of the Russian Federation generally complies with the norms. It was reported that this statement was made by Vladimir Chulanov, a freelance chief expert on infectious diseases of the Russian Ministry of Health. RIA News.
The professor emphasized that due to the onset of cold weather, experts had previously predicted an increase in the number of patients with respiratory diseases. At the same time, according to him, there is no shortage of medicine in the country right now.
“In the Russian Federation, there was a decrease in the number of influenza and ARVI cases in the first week of 2024 compared to the last week of 2023. The decrease in COVID-19 cases continues. In general, the situation in this epidemic season corresponds to the normal picture,” said Chulanov.
At the same time, he pointed out that a further increase in the incidence of these diseases cannot be ruled out yet. As the expert noted, the epidemic season for flu and ARVI still continues.
The professor also pointed out that to prevent viral diseases, hands should be washed regularly with soap and skin antiseptics should be used. Additionally, to protect yourself from the disease, you should avoid contact with infected people and not touch your face with dirty hands.
Russians before saidWhen to expect peak incidence of influenza and Covid-19.