This virus, which is most active in winter, can cause flu in people of all ages, from infants to young, middle-aged, and even the elderly.
What you should know
The Ministry of Health and Population has urged people to avoid influenza (flu). The ministry has urged people to avoid it as flu infections increase with the increase in cold weather.
This virus, which is most active in winter, can infect people of all ages, from infants to young, middle-aged and elderly people. Ministry spokesperson Dr. Prakash Budhathoki said that children, senior citizens and people with weakened immune systems are especially susceptible to influenza virus infection.
According to him, most people with flu do not need medical care or antiviral medication. However, since the flu affects chronically ill, pregnant women, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems more and complicates their condition, such people should be kept under the supervision of health workers.
How is it transmitted?
The virus can be transmitted if droplets released by a person with flu when talking, coughing or sneezing fall into the nose or mouth of a nearby person. These droplets can also be inhaled into the lungs. You can also get flu by touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your mouth or nose.
Symptoms
Fever, headache, cough and sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, body and muscle aches, and feeling tired.
Prevention
Maintain physical distance from people who are sick, cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, be physically active, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious foods, and stay home when sick if possible. Also, wash your hands with soap and water frequently or use sanitizer, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
