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The 15 cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Hidalgo were concentrated in 13 municipalities, according to Eduardo Bustos Vázquez, deputy director of epidemiology at the Secretariat of Health (SSH) of Hidalgo It is suggested that vulnerable groups should be protected first.
Respiratory illnesses similar to the common cold, including coughing, sneezing, runny nose, headache, mild fever, and wheezing, are mild symptoms in infected individuals, while lung damage is a serious clinical manifestation that can cause bronchiolitis and pneumonia, Especially in minors and adults over the age of 65 and people with chronic diseases.
“This virus has been around for a long time, it’s one of the most common viruses we’re seeing in the human population right now, especially during the cold season, when there’s definitely an increase in cases of respiratory disease, and the transmission rate is still low because there’s also Other more contagious viruses and common viruses such as the new coronavirus and influenza,” the deputy director mentioned.
According to SSH, from January to August 14, 2023, two such cases occurred in the cities of Huehuetla and Tecozautla, and one of them occurred in El Cardonal, Cuautepec, Huichipan, Ixmiquilpan, Mineral de la Reforma, Mixquiahuala , Morango, Pachuca, Sinjilucan, Tepehuacan and Tulancingo, with a total of 15 active cases.
Therefore, in an interview with El Sol de Hidalgo, Bustos Vazquez recommends proper handwashing and cleaning of surfaces, especially when children under 5 years of age are at home: “Children must be taught to wash their hands properly and avoid exposure, in his conclusion “Sneeze, avoid contact with people with respiratory symptoms or fever, make sure doors, handles, kitchens, bathrooms are clean and dispose of used disposable tissues immediately, do not share eyeglasses with others, wash toys regularly. “