The number of patients with ARVI and COVID-19 has rapidly increased in Kyiv

The number of patients with ARVI and influenza has sharply increased in the capital

More than 10 thousand cases in a week

In the capital of Ukraine over the past week more than 10 thousand cases of influenza and acute respiratory viral infections were recorded, including COVID-19.
This is reported by the resource Life.kyiv.ua citing data from the city's health department.

Compared to the previous week, the number of patients increased by several hundred more people, which indicates a steady increase in the incidence rate among the people of Kyiv.

Who gets sick most often

Most cases were recorded among school-age children, especially in the 5-14 age group.
Doctors attribute this to a drop in temperature, an active educational process and insufficient vaccination.

Doctors call for caution

Doctors emphasise that most cases have moderate to severe course, However, the number of hospitalisations among the elderly is growing.
Residents of the capital are asked to adhere to preventive measures - wear masks in public places, wash hands frequently and avoid hypothermia.

«Currently, the most effective way to protect yourself is to get a flu vaccination and maintain basic hygiene. This is especially important for children and people with chronic diseases,» the Health Department said.

The situation is under control, but the indicators are growing

Despite the increase in the incidence rate, the city the epidemic threshold has not yet been exceeded.
Medical services are operating normally, and schools have been advised to intensify disinfection and monitor symptoms among students.