Spain falls under the respiratory tract infections of these dates

Christmas lunches and dinners, gatherings with family and friends, Christmas parties and many “colds” in between.In this sense, it is emphasized in the latest communique that Acute respiratory infection surveillance system (Sivira), which reveals the rise of Flu and covid-19 on these dates. The data is the result of research conducted during the week of December 11-17, 2023.

Although this is true, World Health Organization (WHO)) also analyzed the risks of new variants of covid-19, Wintergreen

, and determined that it poses a relatively low risk within the current health framework.But, that WHO Rates of other respiratory illnesses, such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus and common childhood pneumonia, are rising, the report said.

This information is provided by WHO We are reminded that while we are not currently facing a health crisis situation (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), there are multiple respiratory infections that affect a large portion of the population, and due to current dates, they are spreading more easily.

Today, the proportion of the population affected by respiratory infections is increasing, potentially leading to health system collapse (in a worst-case scenario). Therefore, infection prevention measures taken during the pandemic may help prevent the spread of other respiratory diseases.

we talk about symptoms

Despite many symptoms influenza and Coronavirus disease are very similar, such as fever, cough, respiratory symptoms Coronavirus disease It may show differences in symptoms. We talk about anosmia or anosmia.

As for its new variant, Wintergreenis another one that adds to the endless number of sub-variants Omicron Currently, this is the variant with the highest incidence in the country. Apart from, Wintergreen It does not present with the common symptoms of loss of taste and smell, which makes diagnosis difficult.

if we talk about common cold anyone coldThe main symptoms are usually congestion, runny nose, sore throat, and sometimes fever.

Even so, symptoms and respiratory illness can occur at the same time, and while these symptoms can serve as a preliminary guide, the only way to know the correct diagnosis is to have the necessary tests performed by a professional.

We will continue to inform…