this seasonal influenza One of the Respiratory Diseases Its prevalence increased during Autumn and winter seasons. Therefore, it is best to take care of yourself and prevent infection.
When does the 2023 flu season start?
this 2023 flu season The past begins October 1 and will keep it until next time May 19, 2024This was announced by the Deputy Minister of Prevention and Health Promotion of the Mexican Government in the 40th Week Epidemiological Report.
Exact start time and duration flu season vary, but activities influenza The increase usually begins in October.most of the time The most active period of influenza activity occurs between December and February. Although major events are likely to last until the end of May.
However, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states seasonal influenza (flu) virus They are detected year-round.
Apart from flu virus, there are others respiratory viruses It was also spread during flu season and may cause symptoms similar to those of Influenza infection.
These Respiratory viruses include rhinovirus, s reason common cold Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common cause of severe respiratory illness in young children and the leading cause of respiratory death in people over 65 years of age.
Other respiratory viruses According to the CDC, common transmissions include human parainfluenza virus (HPIV), human metapneumovirus (HMPV, its English abbreviation) respiratory adenovirus and Human coronavirus.
When to use facial mask?
During this period flu season health authority advice Use a mask if you have any symptoms of illnessthereby avoiding infection.
The most common symptoms of the flu include:
- fever or chills
- cough
- sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- muscle and body pain
- Headache
- fatigue (fatigue)
- Some people may experience vomiting and diarrhea, although this is more common in children than adults.
Flu vaccination
other Precaution Just get vaccinated on time. therefore, Sanitation Committee According to reports, simultaneous vaccination campaigns against COVID-19 and influenza will begin on October 16.
“We are ready, and as of October 16, this is already the message of the Mexican government, the federal Ministry of Health, that the national synchronized anti-coronavirus and influenza vaccination campaign will begin,” he reported. Oliva Lopez Arellano, Mexico City Health Minister.