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The latest report from the Ministry of Health epidemiology, recorded an increase in cases of winter virus, especially influenza. The document, which records information until June 16, indicates that although this year's circulation of these infections has been delayed, they are already starting to increase.
"We have seen an increase in respiratory infections, especially influenza A, so we need to prepare for the next few weeks when cases may continue to increase," says Carlos Pérez, an infectious disease specialist at the University of California. of Catholic University Medicine, in a note published today by El Mercurio.
This year, 18 serious cases were detected badociated with influenza A (H3N2), Concepción, Iquique and Viña del Mar. This strain left a large number of dead and infected last winter in the northern hemisphere. However, in Chile, the risk is lower, since the vaccine is contained in the vaccine administered in health facilities, a campaign that is already 85.2% complete.
The circulation of respiratory viruses was lower than in previous years, and it is expected that the greatest number of attentions will be presented in July.
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