The virus is approaching: how to prepare for flu season and prevent complications.
Epidemiological plan
According to epidemiologists, to contain the spread of the virus at least 60% of the population and 75% of those in risk groups must be vaccinated. To date, about 35% of the planned number of people have been vaccinated.
"When planning trips abroad, we recommend reviewing the epidemiological situation on Rospotrebnadzor's resources and assessing the risk of infection. If necessary, you should get vaccinated in accordance with the requirements of the destination country," epidemiologists advise.
Safety measures: effective protection
Infectious disease physician Rustam Tavabilov listed the most effective preventive measures:
Vaccination — the only reliable means of protection against influenza and its complications.
Vaccination should be done annually; the optimal time is from September to November.
Hand hygiene — frequent and thorough washing with soap or use of hand sanitizers.
Avoiding contact with sick people and crowded places.
Respiratory etiquette — use of masks when ill (change every 2 hours), covering the mouth with the elbow when coughing.
Regular ventilation of rooms to help keep mucous membranes moist.
Supporting the body: what really works
Experts emphasize that no folk remedy can replace vaccination, but some methods help relieve symptoms:
Warm drinks (tea with lemon, ginger, honey)
Cranberry or lingonberry fruit drink as a source of vitamin C
Nasal irrigation with saline solution
To support immunity during the cold season, it is important to pay attention to:
Vitamin D — plays a key role in immune system function
Vitamin C — may reduce the duration and severity of symptoms
Zinc — an important element for immunity
Special cases: children and pregnant women
Pediatrician Elvira Kinzya gulova notes: "Children are the 'engine' of the epidemic. In addition to vaccination, it is critically important to teach a child respiratory etiquette."
Influenza is especially dangerous for pregnant women. "Pregnancy is a state of controlled immune suppression. Vaccination is not only safe but also provides protection for the child during the first 6 months of life," the expert is quoted by the MediaKorSet news agency.
When to sound the alarm: "red flags"
Physicians list symptoms that require immediate assistance:
Shortness of breath, chest pain, bluish lips
Temperature above 39°C not reduced by medications
Confusion, severe headache
No improvement by the fifth day of illness
Important for patients with chronic conditions
For patients with chronic illnesses, influenza poses a particular danger. "Vaccination for them is not merely a matter of prevention but of reducing the risk of death. Ongoing control of the underlying condition and prompt medical attention are necessary," emphasizes the infectious disease specialist.
Self-treatment of influenza is unacceptable — at the first symptoms you should see a doctor to receive appropriate treatment and prevent complications.
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Mindfulness. "Observe what surrounds you… This is life, and it can be interesting and fulfilling."
October–November — a time of increased strain
Another expert notes that the rise in requests for psychological help traditionally occurs in the autumn: "October–November is the most difficult time. The sharp reduction in sunlight causes a person to start perceiving everything in pessimistic tones."
According to the specialist, this state is also aided by a "cumulative effect": vacation is over, there's a lot of work, and little sun. To minimize risks, he offers similar recommendations:
Get outside more often and ventilate rooms well.
Move more — exercise or just walks significantly improve mood.
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And most importantly — remember: "You are not alone in feeling longing or boredom; everything passes, October and November will pass too, and then the New Year will be here, and warm summer will be just around the corner."
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The virus is approaching: how to prepare for flu season and prevent complications.
Flu season is approaching — in most regions the peak in cases is expected in December–January. Medical professionals predict that the first cases will appear as early as the beginning of winter, and the virus will be most widespread by March. Experts urge people to prepare in advance for the epidemic season and remind them of the importance of vaccination.