More cases of flu
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The flu situation in February has got worse, according to Public Health
specialists, who confirm 16.000 cases of respiratory infections due to
the circulation of two flu viruses. However, it is considered a season
virus.
“The number of cases mounts up to 16.000 each weak. We have a growth of respiratory infections, and most importantly, we have more cases of grippe. The types of viruses that are circulating are AH3N2 and AH1NAHDM”, declared Silva Bino, head of the Infective Diseases Department.
Bino appeals for not neglecting grippe symptoms, such as cough, respiratory problems or fever, since grippe causes complications that might lead even to death. There are 111 similar cases in our country.
“We have had severe cases, like every year. People with acute respiratory problems, part of them being identified with grippe. Grippe should not be neglected, since it brings complications, especially on people who have other diseases, such as lungs, diabetics, people with cardiac problems, etc. But everyone must careful, especiall when there’s a high fever and respiratory difficulties”, Bino declared.
Doctors say that fewer people have used the vaccine this year, and they recommend vaccines for viruses H3N2 and H1N1, since it is never too late to be protected. This vaccine should have been done in the beginning of the season. “Tamiflu” is being distributed in health centers, which is being used for severe cases, as identified by family doctors.
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