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http://www.lanacion.cl/influenza-au...n-dos-semanas/noticias/2012-06-05/184509.html
Spanish-English translation
INFLUENZA: INCREASE CASES AND AH3N2 PEAK IS EXPECTED IN TWO WEEKS
Katia Abarca, pediatric infectious disease Catholic University Health Network, said people still are not vaccinated against influenza can, but you run the risk of immunization "less effective". He called to abide by recommendations to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses such as caring hand washing and avoiding contact with sick people.
Tuesday June 5, 2012 | by Patricia Schuller G.
Crowded emergency services patients and children blocked, using inhalers, is the landscape that abounds these days in offices and clinics.
The low temperatures are affecting the central and pollution are factors that predispose to increased respiratory diseases. Each year the influenza virus and respiratory syncytial (RSV) are predominant in these winter months.
The especialsitas been detected in recent days in Santiago a significant increase in cases of traditional influenza (AH3N2) and RSV.
Katia Abarca , infectious disease pediatric UC Health Network , told Naci?n.cl which have increased in the laboratory of Virology at the hospital, the identification of the viruses mentioned above as well as parainfluenza.
According to the specialist in two weeks may result in the traditional peak of influenza that is circulating in more intense.
As usual, he indicated influenza affects young adults and preferably syncytial virus in children under 1 year.
According to the report of Minsal , "is expected to rise (respiratory disease) is maintained for the next 6 weeks, mainly in children and adults over 65 years."
VACCINE
The doctor said that people still are not vaccinated against influenza can, but you run the risk of immunization "less effective".
This, it is recommended to immunize at least a couple of months before the first notices appearing in the disease.
The national vaccination campaign that drove the Minsal, targeting risk groups, ended on Thursday 31 May.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The infectious disease reiterated the recommendations to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses:
- Avoid contact with sick people.
- Wash your hands.
- If you are cold and sneezing will wear a mask if there are small children nearby.
- If you are affected by flu symptoms see your doctor and stay home to avoid spreading it to other people.
COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGN
The campaign "This winter, preventing takes" , the ministry launched May 17, emphasizes four steps that can help people to prevent the evils of winter:
- Handwashing
- Keep ventilated homes and offices
- Use tissues and throw them away
- Use the forearm to cover the face and nose when sneezing
Preventive actions shall be communicated through commercials, radio and posters phrases.
Spanish-English translation
INFLUENZA: INCREASE CASES AND AH3N2 PEAK IS EXPECTED IN TWO WEEKS
Katia Abarca, pediatric infectious disease Catholic University Health Network, said people still are not vaccinated against influenza can, but you run the risk of immunization "less effective". He called to abide by recommendations to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses such as caring hand washing and avoiding contact with sick people.
Tuesday June 5, 2012 | by Patricia Schuller G.
Crowded emergency services patients and children blocked, using inhalers, is the landscape that abounds these days in offices and clinics.
The low temperatures are affecting the central and pollution are factors that predispose to increased respiratory diseases. Each year the influenza virus and respiratory syncytial (RSV) are predominant in these winter months.
The especialsitas been detected in recent days in Santiago a significant increase in cases of traditional influenza (AH3N2) and RSV.
Katia Abarca , infectious disease pediatric UC Health Network , told Naci?n.cl which have increased in the laboratory of Virology at the hospital, the identification of the viruses mentioned above as well as parainfluenza.
According to the specialist in two weeks may result in the traditional peak of influenza that is circulating in more intense.
As usual, he indicated influenza affects young adults and preferably syncytial virus in children under 1 year.
According to the report of Minsal , "is expected to rise (respiratory disease) is maintained for the next 6 weeks, mainly in children and adults over 65 years."
VACCINE
The doctor said that people still are not vaccinated against influenza can, but you run the risk of immunization "less effective".
This, it is recommended to immunize at least a couple of months before the first notices appearing in the disease.
The national vaccination campaign that drove the Minsal, targeting risk groups, ended on Thursday 31 May.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The infectious disease reiterated the recommendations to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses:
- Avoid contact with sick people.
- Wash your hands.
- If you are cold and sneezing will wear a mask if there are small children nearby.
- If you are affected by flu symptoms see your doctor and stay home to avoid spreading it to other people.
COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGN
The campaign "This winter, preventing takes" , the ministry launched May 17, emphasizes four steps that can help people to prevent the evils of winter:
- Handwashing
- Keep ventilated homes and offices
- Use tissues and throw them away
- Use the forearm to cover the face and nose when sneezing
Preventive actions shall be communicated through commercials, radio and posters phrases.