The coronavirus pandemic became a test for all of humanity in 2020. People around the planet are now asking questions about how to reduce the risk of infection. Meanwhile, against the backdrop of a pandemic, one should not forget about another dangerous disease - the flu.
Statistics
The incidence of influenza and ARVI in the general structure of the incidence takes the first place and accounts for 95% of the total number of diseases. Analyzing the incidence of influenza and SARS, it should be noted that there are more cases in those regions where immunization is less.
Influenza is a controllable infection since 1940, that is, thanks to timely vaccination, you can significantly reduce the risk of infection and the severity of complications from the disease. In Russia, immunization is constantly growing; according to Rospotrebnadzor, about 43 million Russians were vaccinated in 2019.
Need a flu shot
Against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic, influenza vaccinations can and should be done. Thanks to timely vaccination, a person's risk of contracting influenza decreases in the most dangerous period - late autumn, winter and early spring. In addition, the risk of reduced immunity decreases, and, as a result, the likelihood of infection with other viruses.
Influenza is dangerous for its complications, both from the lungs and from the central nervous system. Influenza is especially severe in young children, people with chronic diseases and the elderly.
