Hanoi has recorded more than 2,600 flu cases, warning that the number of cases is rising. The health sector is advising people to strengthen disease prevention.
A flu patient is being treated in a medical facility.
According to the Hanoi Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, seasonal flu is rampant in Hanoi.
From the beginning of the year to July 18, there were 2605 flu cases in Hanoi, with no deaths recorded.
In particular, a total of 252 Hanoi flu patients are being treated at the Central Hospital for Tropical Diseases, distributed in 23/30 districts and regions. Most of the patients showed mild symptoms and are being treated as outpatients, and 71 cases (mainly pregnant women, children, and patients with underlying diseases) were hospitalized, including one case of severe pneumonia and respiratory failure. Currently, regarding 20 patients are being monitored and treated at the hospital.
As a result, the number of flu cases was concentrated in the following order: under 5 years old (44.1%), 18-49 years old (39.7%), 6-18 years old (11.8%), and over 50 years old (4.4%).
The Hanoi Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts that the flu may continue to rise in the future. In order to prevent and control seasonal flu in advance, the Hanoi Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HIC) is a place where industrial units monitor seasonal flu cases in local communities and medical facilities, especially in high-risk areas such as childcare facilities, social protection centers, rental apartments, and workers’ dormitories in industrial areas. and early detection should be strengthened.
In addition, the unit reviewed and strengthened the quarantine team to respond promptly and at the same time to prepare for the spread in the region by preparing a number of quarantine equipment.
To prevent this disease, people should ensure personal hygiene, cover their mouths when sneezing, wash their hands frequently with soap and clean water, and wash their nose and throat with salt water every day. People also need to get enough nutrients to improve their health.
In particular, as the seasonal flu vaccine is the most effective preventative measure, it is necessary to get enough vaccines to prevent the disease.
In addition, people should limit contact with people with or suspected of having the flu when not needed.
In particular, if you have symptoms such as cough, fever, runny nose, headache, or fatigue, you should immediately go to a medical facility for timely checkup and treatment.
