According to her information, the flu season in Kyrgyzstan begins in mid-November and lasts until the end of January.
Since the first half of November, the country has been recording the flu A/H3N2, known as Hong Kong flu. In the last week, the A/H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, has been added to this. There are also isolated cases of flu B and COVID-19.
It is particularly noteworthy that more than 70% of those infected are children under 14 years old. As a result, a number of kindergartens are being closed for quarantine, and some schools are transitioning to remote learning.
“Adhering to simple sanitary norms, such as wearing masks and self-isolation when ill, will help us reduce the level of morbidity. This is especially important for people with chronic diseases, as they may experience serious complications. Parents should seek medical help in a timely manner, especially if young children are ill, as they may not always accurately describe their feelings,” Otorbaeva noted.
According to official data, 42,500 cases of ARVI and influenza have been registered in Kyrgyzstan over the past week.
