Over 2 months, the incidence is increasing and is already significant, with that of COVID-19 leading the way. Currently, the Omicron sub-variant is mostly distributed. In Europe, the incidence of COVID-19 is also increasing. People didn’t even get vaccinated. Mass, however, the virus is not having a hard time. This was said by Prof. Iva Hristova, director of the National Institute of Health Sciences, in the NOVA NEWS studio.
She recommended that patients get tested. The professor pointed out that if we are sick with COVID-19, we should stay at home for a week, as the body has this need, and also to avoid infecting others.
“Covid-19 is among the leading causes of respiratory illness hospitalizations because not everyone gets it mildly. There are a number of complications, both from the virus itself and as a result of other diseases,” explained Hristova. She was adamant that the wave would not reach the high values of before. “For Sofia, the incidence is over 60 per 100,000 people, and in smaller cities it is 30 per 100,000,” explained the expert.
“The disease will progress more and more mildly because the immune memory cells keep the information. Our immunity will turn on faster and faster and clear the virus faster,” the professor said.
She explained that currently, COVID-19 often presents with sore throats and sore throats. “Whether it will continue to the lower respiratory tract, whether it will affect the ears, the sinuses is a matter of complication and it can lead to a bacterial infection. Then he may need antibiotics,” she added.
Prof. Hristova added that the flu is widespread and will gain momentum. She added that adenovirus and respiratory syncytial virus are also currently circulating. Hristova recommended compliance with anti-epidemic measures to protect ourselves. Prof. Hristova said that the peak of the flu is expected at the end of January, which will be similar to last year’s. On average, 125 per 10,000 people in the country get the flu, she added. The increase is expected to be many times greater. Regarding the flu, she pointed out that it is good to get tested, to apply anti-influenza preparations, but also to stay at home.
She reminded to seek medical help.
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2024-01-03 09:15:49
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