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Seasonal influenza: 18 deaths from complications and 117 serious cases to date.
According to the World Health Organisation Greece is at a high risk factor at the moment.
As the outbreak of seasonal flu peaks, more and more serious cases are reported, with complications that need hospital treatment.
Epidemiologists at the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (HCDCP), which monitor flu activity, characterize these developments as expected and are composing.
As they explain, the course of the virus so far has been moving into a booming framework, while for the time being, there is no worrying mutation of the circulating viruses.
People who insisted not to be vaccinated as a result may have endangered their lives:-
The absence of mutation means that the influenza vaccine available in October covers a significant percentage and protects against the serious complications of influenza.
However, scientists observe that once again even this year, those in high-risk groups were not completely vaccinated.
HCDCP data are indicative: Of the 117 patients who have experienced complications to date, only 20 were vaccinated, although about 86% of them were in high risk groups.
In addition, all 18 patients who suffered complications and were at high risk, not all were vaccinated.
HCDCP recommends that vulnerable people be vaccinated even now.
Importance of starting treatment is essential:-
Epidemiologists point out that it is particularly important to recover from the flu without complication, being prompt to seek help so that treatment can begin as soon as possible if necessary.
What are the symptoms of influenza?
Influenza symptoms usually start sudden and include high fever, muscle and joint pain, headache, severe fatigue, runny nose, sore throat, cough (usually dry). Children may also experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea.
How long do flu symptoms usually last?
Symptoms begin 1-4 days after infection by the virus and last for 2-7 days, but the cough can persist for quite some time.
How many days can the patient transmit to others?
Adults may transmit the disease one day before they become ill for up to 5-7 days from the time they manifest the symptoms. Children can broadcast for more than a week.
Are there any symptoms to worry about?
If the following symptoms occur in children, you should immediately contact your doctor:
high and prolonged fever
tiredness or difficulty in breathing
cyanosis
denial of liquids or food
decreased activity, drowsiness
agitation or convulsions
recurrence of fever or cough aggravation following improvement in influenza symptoms
In adults, the symptoms to be immediately checked are:
high and prolonged fever
breathlessness
pain or chest pressure
fainting episodes
confusion
many or prolonged vomiting
How do we protect ourselves and others?
With flu vaccination and meticulous hygiene: We stay home if we have symptoms, we cover our mouths when we cough or sneeze, we immediately throw away the used tissue, avoid chattering and above all we wash our hands frequently and thoroughly.
Source:- W.H.O
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www.newsbomb.gr/ygeia/story/955150/synagermos-gripi-deite-poia-einai-ta-symptomata-poy-prepei-na-sas-anisyxoyn
