Onishchenko's doctor gave advice on protection against viruses during the period of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza

Gennady Onishchenko, the former chief sanitary doctor of the Russian Federation, gave advice on how not to catch the virus during the flu and SARS season.

In conversation with aif.ru On Thursday, October 30, he urged Russians to take more responsibility for their health on the eve of a seasonal increase in the incidence. He recalled that it is important to dress warmly to avoid hypothermia, as well as to monitor nutrition — the body needs energy and protein to produce antibodies. According to the expert, it is worth taking vitamins and medications to support the immune system, especially for the elderly.

In addition, Onishchenko recommended that during the period of rising morbidity, if possible, refrain from attending mass events. He noted that when infected with the virus, it is important to isolate yourself from family members, especially if there are children or elderly relatives at home. If a child is sick, he should also be protected from contact with others. The doctor added that it is useful to wear masks and reminded of the need for vaccination.

Minus the virus: the incidence of SARS decreased due to the warm autumn

The peak of infections will shift to the winter months, experts say.

On October 27, Vladimir Chulanov, chief freelance specialist in infectious diseases at the Russian Ministry of Health, warned that the situation with influenza and SARS in Russia remains stable, but an increase in the incidence is expected in December and January.

On October 20, pulmonologist Andrey Malyavin stated that shortness of breath is a sign of possible complications with a cold. According to him, if you experience shortness of breath or chest pain, you should immediately undergo an examination. The specialist recommended paying special attention to the blood test, in particular, the level of procalcitonin, which helps to detect acute inflammation and determine the need for antibiotics and other drugs. 360.ru .

In September, Yulia Drozhzhina, a member of the State Duma Committee on Health, proposed supplementing the national vaccination calendar with vaccination of teenage girls against human papillomavirus (HPV). According to her, HPV vaccination is currently available under the compulsory medical insurance policy only in some regions with special programs, IA Regnum reports.

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