he Director of the National Institutes of Health (INS), Giovanni Rubianodeclared within the framework 18th Scientific ConferenceColombians should remain vigilant as the country will experience its second respiratory peak of the year in December.
The person in charge said Household gatherings and climate change in some parts of the country may also increase disease from different vectors.
“While we already have the immunity to protect us, Covid-19 is still among us, but it’s important that we don’t forget that the virus is still going on, which is why we have a full vaccine programme,” he said.
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He pointed out that special measures must be taken in December, especially for minors and the elderly, who are the most at risk groups.
“Christmas is coming and we have to be careful about crowds, family gatherings and don’t forget that if someone has a common cold or flu, possibly covid-19, a mask should be used and what should be done if the person is unable to self-isolate? Is that best? ?’” he pointed out.
He said it was important because Viruses spread simultaneously this time of year. “Let us remember that Covid-19 is still present in the environment and is currently emerging at the same time as seasonal viruses, with a second respiratory peak of the year,” he said.
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The INS reported an increase in rhinovirus and respiratory syncytial virus (acute respiratory illness) in the last week of November 5-11.
these viruses The proportion of them suffering from infectious diseases is as high as 40% Together with covid-19 circulating in the country, the latter has a national share of 16%.
He emphasized that these viral factors that aggravate influenza are affecting the population People under 5 years old and over 60 years old are the most vulnerable to various infectious diseases..