The Ministry of Health (SESA) in the state of Querétaro reports that 223,633 doses of the flu vaccine have been given so far, which means an improvement of 36.10 percent of the registered state goal (619,499).
In the state of Querétaro, on November 22, 14 positive cases of seasonal flu were recorded. These are ten women and four men in the age group of 18 to 72 years. Of these, one lives in the town of Cadereyta de Montes, one in Corregidora, one in El Marqués, ten in Querétaro and one in San Juan del Río. So far this season, no deaths have been recorded. At the national level, as of November 18, 559 positive cases were reported and six deaths were reported, one in Guerrero, one in Jalisco, one in Nuevo León, one in San Luis Potosí, one in Veracruz and one in Yucatán.
In the cold season, the risk of developing acute respiratory infections, including flu, increases, so groups of people between six and 59 months are encouraged to of age, 60 years and older, pregnant women, health workers, as well as risk groups (people with diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, asthma, obstructive disease lung, HIV and morbid obesity), to apply the vaccine, to avoid complications.
Seasonal flu is characterized by high fever, cough (usually dry), muscle, joint, head and neck, severe malaise and abundant runny nose. The cough can be severe and last two weeks or more. Fever and other symptoms usually disappear within a week in most cases. However, in people with chronic illnesses, the flu can cause serious illness and even death. The incubation period is about two days.
Querétaro State Health Services (SESEQ) will apply the vaccine in 198 health centers of the 18 municipalities of the state, during the opening hours of each unit; In addition, it will install a vaccination post in the Plaza de Armas, which will work from Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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**Given the potential for misinformation about flu vaccines, what specific steps is the SESA taking to ensure accurate and accessible information reaches the public in Querétaro?**
## World Today News: Protecting Against the Flu in Querétaro
**Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re joined by Dr. [Guest 1 Name], an infectious disease specialist with [Guest 1 Affiliation], and [Guest 2 Name], a public health representative from the State of Querétaro’s Health Ministry (SESA). We’ll be discussing the current seasonal flu situation in Querétaro and the importance of vaccination.
Thank you both for joining us.**
**Section 1: The Current Situation**
* **Dr. [Guest 1 Name], what are your observations about the current flu season in Querétaro, particularly in comparison to past years? Are we seeing any concerning trends?**
* **[Guest 2 Name], the SESA report highlights 14 confirmed cases so far in Querétaro. What is being done to track the spread of the flu and identify potential outbreaks?**
* **Dr. [Guest 1 Name], the article mentions no deaths recorded in Querétaro so far this season, but nationally there have been six reported deaths. How concerned should we be about the potential severity of this flu season?**
**Section 2: Vaccination Efforts**
* **[Guest 2 Name], the SESA has distributed over 223,000 flu vaccine doses. Can you describe the vaccination strategy and outreach efforts being implemented throughout Querétaro?**
* **Dr. [Guest 1 Name], what are your thoughts on the current vaccination rate of 36.1% of the state’s goal? What factors might be contributing to this rate, and what can be done to encourage higher vaccination uptake?**
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Section 3: Who Needs the Vaccine?**
* **Both Dr. [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], the article highlights specific groups at higher risk for flu complications. Could you elaborate on these groups and explain why vaccination is particularly important for them?**
* **Dr. [Guest 1 Name], are there any misconceptions or concerns about the flu vaccine that you commonly encounter? How would you address those concerns?**
* **[Guest 2 Name], what are some reliable resources where people in Querétaro can access accurate information about the flu vaccine and find nearby vaccination locations?**
**Section 4: General Public Health Recommendations**
* **Dr. [Guest 1 Name], beyond vaccination, what are some practical steps that individuals can take to protect themselves and others from getting the flu?**
* **[Guest 2 Name], are there any specific flu prevention campaigns or initiatives planned by the SESA for the remainder of the flu season?**
**Conclusion:**
* **Thank you both for sharing your insights on this important topic. Any final thoughts or advice for our viewers in Querétaro regarding flu prevention this season?**
**We encourage our viewers to stay informed about flu activity and vaccination recommendations. Remember, taking preventive measures can help protect ourselves and our communities. Thank you for watching World Today News.**
