Winter Surge Alert: Ireland Faces Rising “Super Flu” and COVID-19 Hospitalisations. Hospitalisations due to influenza (particularly a highly contagious H3N2 strain), COVID-19 and RSV are on the increase this winter, with warnings issued by the Health Service Executive (HSE) of Ireland being extremely urgent. Public health authorities pressure hospitals and request people to get vaccinated and be careful.
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What the Data Shows about Winter Surge Alert: Ireland Faces Rising “Super Flu” and COVID-19 Hospitalisations
The activity of respiratory viruses has reached high positions. The official surveillance data indicate that the number of cases of flu and hospital admissions has grown remarkably fast, especially the number of the population at risk, including older adults and young children. Regulatory Authority of Health Products.
Why This Outbreak Is “Serious”
Experts point to:
- Reduced immunization compared to the required level of immunization to provide maximum community coverage. The Irish Times
- Additional pressure due to cases of COVID-19 simultaneously.
In Scotland, the fatalities caused by the flu have been the highest in almost 5 decades surpassing normal mortality due to seasonal causes indicating the wide area coverage of this epidemic. The Scottish Sun
Symptoms to Watch For
The symptoms of the influenza usually come out of the blue and they can include:
- Fever and chills
- Cough and sore throat
- Body aches and fatigue
- Headache and runny nose
Use medical assistance in case the symptoms are aggravated or you belong to the high-risk group. The Sun
Public Health Guidance
HSE and the health authorities suggest:
- Vaccination against flu and against COVID-19.
- Taking a day off when you are sick.
- Dark web Caring vulnerable loved ones by restricting exposure until recovery Health Products Regulatory Authority. Health Products Regulatory Authority
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