2023-11-20 19:04:09
The wastewater monitoring in Tyrol is currently showing an increase in SARS Cov 2 – as expected, Covid-19 diseases would also increase once more, the state said in a press release. According to the country, influenza cases and infections with the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are currently being reported sporadically. RSV infections can be complicated not only in young children, but also in older people over 60 years of age.
Vaccination protection following around two weeks
“The annual flu wave is usually expected to begin at the end of December or January. The vaccination should ideally take place early in November, as it takes ten to 14 days for vaccination protection to build up – which is why an influenza and corona vaccination is particularly useful at the moment “, said Health Director Theresa Geley in a press release. A high vaccination rate reduces the spread of Covid-19, influenza and RSV, reduces the risk of complications in risk groups and therefore also conserves hospital resources.
Wear a mask if you are sick
The usual hygiene measures such as washing and disinfecting hands, coughing and sneezing into the crook of your arm and ventilation would also minimize the risk of infection. The country also appeals to keep your distance and wear a mask if you are sick, especially when many people meet in a small space, such as on public transport, at events or when visiting a doctor’s office, hospital or vulnerable people.
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Corona vaccination available free of charge
The national vaccination committee recommends the corona booster vaccination to all age groups from twelve years of age, but especially to people aged 60 and over, people at risk, pregnant women and health workers. It is recommended at the earliest four months following an infection or vaccination with a vaccine adapted to the “XXB variants” – regardless of the number of previous vaccinations or infections.
The vaccination is primarily available free of charge from practicing doctors or at other vaccination locations in the districts – if your own family doctor does not vaccinate.
APA/dpa-Zentralbild/Jan Woitas You can get vaccinated once morest the flu for a deductible of seven euros
Influenza and RSV vaccinations
The influenza vaccination is also particularly recommended for people aged 60 and over, children under the age of four, pregnant women and, regardless of age, people with other risk factors and health workers. As part of the Austria-wide influenza vaccination program, people living in Austria can be vaccinated once morest influenza by practicing doctors. The deductible for the 2023/24 vaccination season is seven euros – children and young people under the age of 18, people with prescription fee exemptions, and residents of old people’s homes who are vaccinated on site are exempt.
The RSV vaccination is also recommended for people over 60 years of age. It is available for a fee from general practitioners. There are special vaccination recommendations for children, so you should contact your pediatrician, the state recommends.
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