Legionella pneumonia has increased in Navarra in recent weeks

This fall, a Legionella pneumonia on the rise, as has happened in other years.In the past four weeks, they have been diagnosed with 13 casesThe Institute of Public and Occupational Health of Navarra (ISPLN) said in its report that there have been 43 possible cases of infection in the autonomous community so far this year. epidemiological report corresponds to Week of October 2-8.

in all situations, Environmental studies to identify possible priorities exposed, but no evidence of a common origin in the cases was found. Some infections were acquired at holiday resorts, others due to contamination of domestic hot water installations, and still others the source could not be determined after community risk had been ruled out.

exist. .between Explanation for the increase in cases yes: Seasonality of Legionnaires’ disease “The incidence rate is highest in autumn”; he Increase in vulnerable groups due to advanced age or have an immune deficiency; or maintain The temperature of domestic hot water tank is lower than 60℃conducive to the reproduction of Legionella.

“While confirmation of the etiology of pneumonia is not critical for appropriate treatment, it is recommended to rule out a diagnosis of Legionnaires’ disease by measuring Legionella antigens in urine. This is an easily accessible, non-invasive sample that can be used in healthcare Required in major as well as emergency situations. Detecting Legionella can study and control possible lesions This could lead to more cases,” Public Health stressed.

In cases where the presence of Legionnaires’ disease is confirmed by antigens in urine, “it is important to perform a sputum culture to be able to draw conclusions about the similarity of Legionella detected in patient and environmental samples.”

Likewise, it recommends keeping domestic hot water tanks and circuits at high temperatures (>60°) to prevent bacterial growth, purifying water circuits after periods of non-use, and performing “good maintenance” on facilities. Also avoid or reduce tobacco consumption, as it increases your risk of getting sick from exposure to Legionella bacteria.

Cases of acute gastroenteritis remain high

it makes A large number of cases of acute gastroenteritisand 306 cases Seen in primary care last week. The incidence rate was “within the range recorded for the same period in other years.”

this Various causative factors. The biggest increase was in viruses, particularly norovirus, which causes “temporary symptoms that are often unconfirmed.” Bacteria and parasites are associated with longer-lasting symptoms. Cryptosporidiosis cases have declined for the fourth consecutive week.

this suggestion Prevention and control of gastroenteritis includes practicing good hand hygiene regularly and always after using the toilet and before eating or handling food.

Children with symptoms of acute gastroenteritis should not go to day care until their symptoms have completely resolved. People with symptoms of acute gastroenteritis should avoid handling food or cooking for others until symptoms completely resolve.

The Ministry of Public Health recalled that in September Cryptosporidiosis outbreak in Tarazona (Aragon), related to drinking water. In the eight municipalities of Navarra that belong to the same water community, an incidence of acute gastroenteritis was observed that was “consistent with what has been recorded in other municipalities of Navarra”. In recent weeks, there have been no confirmed cases of cryptosporidiosis in these eight cities.

respiratory tract infection

On the other hand, the number of consultations for acute respiratory tract infections in primary care remained stable last week, with covid-19 cases down, flu symptoms up.

The rate is 542 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, including 9 influenza syndrome cases per 100,000 inhabitants and 57 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.

they have already registered 16 people hospitalized, 1 death due to covid-19.Confirmed this week A case of influenza A (H1N1) requiring hospitalization. No cases of respiratory syncytial virus have been confirmed this week. High circulation of rhinovirus, and to a lesser extent other viruses such as adenovirus and parainfluenza virus, is found in patients with acute respiratory infections.

“Different respiratory viruses can spread throughout the year,” says ISPLN, which recommends maintaining preventive measures to avoid severe illness in vulnerable people due to advanced age or chronic illness. Overall mortality rate in Navarra

During the week of September 25th to October 1st, 95 people died (complete data available last week), value “Within what is expected for this time of year”.

Preliminary estimates for the week of October 2-8 suggest that the death toll remains at a similar figure. So far this year, the cumulative death rate is below the median of the previous five years.

The death toll is estimated to be around 130 fewer than expected, due to a “mild” respiratory virus season and the “moderate impact” of the heatwave.