a few seconds agoKosovo's seasonal flu: The Health Ministry proclaims epidemiological situation, comes out with instructions
Periskopi(2 years ago)
(2 years ago)According to latest data from I The KSHPK and health institutions, the Health Ministry said that the intensity of the seasonal flu according to the number of cases reported for the first week of 2017, is presented with higher circulation activity and compared to the previous week has marked growth and exceeds the epidemic threshold. How [...]
As a result, The MSH has appealed for increased vigilance until it has listed some precautions and said that in case of flu symptoms, consult the family doctor for proper advice and treatment.
Important measures for prevention:
1. Cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze and cough.
2. Practice hand hygiene and avoid close contact with the sick;
3. If you are sick, stay at home to prevent further spread;
4. Healthful food with more fluids, mainly vitamin and adequate sleep, is important.
Added care for the most endangered groups:
It is especially important that groups like: Health staff, pregnant women, children, elderly people and people with weakened immunity have increased care during the flu season.
The vaccine remains the most efficient defense:
Since early October 2023 The Health Ministry has secured 85,000 doses of seasonal vaccine.
The vaccine is the best protection against the flu.
You take it once to protect yourself throughout the season when the flu is more pronounced.
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