Post by account_disabled on Dec 27, 2023 2:00:50 GMT -5
The current outbreak of COVID-19 has created anxiety and has had a severe impact on populations around the world. Moreover, the number of cases and deaths has continued to increase over the past several months. But when entering the rainy season There is still another disease that makes many parties have to be careful, that is "influenza" which is a contagious respiratory disease. That can spread to people of all genders and ages just like COVID-19. Just in the period from 1 January until 28 April 2020 in Thailand there were 33 times more influenza cases than COVID-19, deaths as high as 2 percent worldwide and the death rate even higher. 26 percent among the elderly This year will be the first time that there will be two epidemics at the same time. In addition to the risk of contracting either disease, People still have a chance of being infected together. (co-infection) from both influenza and COVID-19, which can cause severe symptoms and make treatment even more complicated.
Dr. Weerawat Manosutthi, Deputy Director of the Institute National Action Plan Group Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute said, “Influenza usually spreads during the rainy season. This is worrying because of the symptoms of influenza and COVID-19. There are many similarities. And can spread to others when they cough or sneeze as well. Even though the influenza vaccine is widely available today But it has been found that people who have been vaccinated can still get sick from the flu. This is because the vaccine may only be 40-60 percent effective, depending on the strain of influenza virus that circulates each year. Recently, information was found that patients can be infected together with both diseases, which alone is COVID-19. It increases the workload WhatsApp Number List and affects medical resources enough. Therefore, we must find a way to deal with influenza during this time so as not to aggravate it.” Infection with both diseases at the same time or co-infection increases the severity of the disease. This is dangerous in high-risk groups such as the elderly and patients with chronic diseases. pregnant woman Studies in the United States and China found that COVID-19 infection Increases the risk of other co-infections by up to 20 and 80 percent, respectively, and more than 60 percent of co-infections with COVID-19 were found to be influenza A. Even more alarming is that co-infections account for 29-55 percent of deaths. “Symptoms that meet the criteria for influenza infection include a high fever of 38-40 degrees Celsius, headache, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, muscle aches. and the body is tired If these symptoms are found, the patient should.
immediately see a doctor. Especially in cases where symptoms do not improve within 48 hours to receive advice and antiviral treatment. Antiviral drugs are useful in relieving symptoms of influenza within 2.3 to 4 days, reducing the risk of complications. And can help reduce the spread of the virus to close people as well. This is important during this time when everyone is quarantined at home with their families. Antiviral influenza drugs are most effective when taken within 48 hours of developing symptoms. And today there are many antiretroviral drug options available. Both types of food and inhale through the nose to choose from Both effectiveness and safety must be considered at the same time,” Dr. Wirawat added. Currently, the response to the spread of the COVID-19 virus This causes limitations in medical resources. Especially the shortage of medical equipment such as the number of hospital beds has decreased. And most importantly, medical personnel may experience fatigue. From having to work hard and continuously during the epidemic. These problems are likely to multiply if there is a second wave of the COVID-19 outbreak. Let's collide with flu season. Use of influenza treatment technology, such as effective antiviral drugs It will be able to shorten the time of treatment at the hospital and relieve the burden of medical personnel. It can also help prevent the spread of influenza viruses and co-infections. Follow more information on the Roche Thailand website. Infectious diseases of viral or bacterial origin are a leading cause of death and morbidity worldwide. This has led to increased medical needs.
Dr. Weerawat Manosutthi, Deputy Director of the Institute National Action Plan Group Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute said, “Influenza usually spreads during the rainy season. This is worrying because of the symptoms of influenza and COVID-19. There are many similarities. And can spread to others when they cough or sneeze as well. Even though the influenza vaccine is widely available today But it has been found that people who have been vaccinated can still get sick from the flu. This is because the vaccine may only be 40-60 percent effective, depending on the strain of influenza virus that circulates each year. Recently, information was found that patients can be infected together with both diseases, which alone is COVID-19. It increases the workload WhatsApp Number List and affects medical resources enough. Therefore, we must find a way to deal with influenza during this time so as not to aggravate it.” Infection with both diseases at the same time or co-infection increases the severity of the disease. This is dangerous in high-risk groups such as the elderly and patients with chronic diseases. pregnant woman Studies in the United States and China found that COVID-19 infection Increases the risk of other co-infections by up to 20 and 80 percent, respectively, and more than 60 percent of co-infections with COVID-19 were found to be influenza A. Even more alarming is that co-infections account for 29-55 percent of deaths. “Symptoms that meet the criteria for influenza infection include a high fever of 38-40 degrees Celsius, headache, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, muscle aches. and the body is tired If these symptoms are found, the patient should.
immediately see a doctor. Especially in cases where symptoms do not improve within 48 hours to receive advice and antiviral treatment. Antiviral drugs are useful in relieving symptoms of influenza within 2.3 to 4 days, reducing the risk of complications. And can help reduce the spread of the virus to close people as well. This is important during this time when everyone is quarantined at home with their families. Antiviral influenza drugs are most effective when taken within 48 hours of developing symptoms. And today there are many antiretroviral drug options available. Both types of food and inhale through the nose to choose from Both effectiveness and safety must be considered at the same time,” Dr. Wirawat added. Currently, the response to the spread of the COVID-19 virus This causes limitations in medical resources. Especially the shortage of medical equipment such as the number of hospital beds has decreased. And most importantly, medical personnel may experience fatigue. From having to work hard and continuously during the epidemic. These problems are likely to multiply if there is a second wave of the COVID-19 outbreak. Let's collide with flu season. Use of influenza treatment technology, such as effective antiviral drugs It will be able to shorten the time of treatment at the hospital and relieve the burden of medical personnel. It can also help prevent the spread of influenza viruses and co-infections. Follow more information on the Roche Thailand website. Infectious diseases of viral or bacterial origin are a leading cause of death and morbidity worldwide. This has led to increased medical needs.