The incidence of acute respiratory viral infections decreased by almost 30% in the Murmansk region

Over the past week, almost 3,000 people in the Murmansk region have turned to doctors with acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI). The incidence rate decreased by 27.3%.

According to Rospotrebnadzor, influenza viruses continue to circulate in the region. The virus of the influenza B strain was mainly detected in the samples, Bi-port news agency writes. In addition, the incidence is caused by the circulation of rhinoviruses, MS viruses and adenoviruses.

Two cases of coronavirus have been recorded in a week.

Experts remind that SARS pathogens, as well as intestinal viruses, including rotaviruses, noroviruses, and salmonella, can be transmitted through children while playing in the sandbox. Doctors note that it is necessary to monitor the cleanliness of children's hands and the renewal of sand.