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Respiratory charged eight lives a day
Published 17/Agosto/2009 | 00:08
Health authorities expect a rebound of the virus AH1N1 for October
In the country, the number of people infected with the virus AH1N1 amounts to 1 100. Of these, 90% has been recovered, "said the director of Epidemiology, Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), Eulalia Narv?ez.
However, his concern is the high rate of respiratory ailments that affect people for a decade and that "each year kill more than 3 000 people. That is, eight deaths a day," he said.
According to Byron Canelos lung, the high incidence of lung disease makes it "in the third cause of death in the country, after accidents and intestinal infections", with children under five and the elderly the most vulnerable groups .
In this context, the health authorities remain alert to a possible upsurge of influenza type A. "On the change of temperature increase between October and January cases of seasonal influenza, which we become more vulnerable to viruses. Therefore, preventive measures are still valid," said Bernarda Salas, director of Health Pichincha.
The risk Canelos explained, is that a common flu "weakens the immune system and the patient is more prone to infection from other diseases more severe."
Hence, the death of 23 people with the virus AH1N1 due to lack of timely care. "It started as a flu that turned into pneumonia. We must understand that it is a disease that kills," he said.
Among patients at high risk of contagion, are those suffering from asthma, rhinitis, allergies or are exposed to dust. "In addition, those with diabetes, hypertension and obesity," he said Salas.
They recommended "no self", because they hide the symptoms of the disease and its diagnosis is difficult and seek medical advice immediately before the first symptoms of flu. (GM)
How to Prevent
* Avoid going to public places if you have symptoms of flu and does not use a mask to infect others.
* When coughing or sneezing, use the angle of the elbow. Do not cover your mouth with your hands because the virus is expelled in the saliva.
* Wash your hands constantly is another important step, since they are in contact with contaminated surfaces.
* Use disposable tissues for wiping your nose and mouth and throw it in a holster.
Time GMT: 17/Agosto/2009 - 05:08
Respiratory charged eight lives a day
Published 17/Agosto/2009 | 00:08
Health authorities expect a rebound of the virus AH1N1 for October
In the country, the number of people infected with the virus AH1N1 amounts to 1 100. Of these, 90% has been recovered, "said the director of Epidemiology, Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), Eulalia Narv?ez.
However, his concern is the high rate of respiratory ailments that affect people for a decade and that "each year kill more than 3 000 people. That is, eight deaths a day," he said.
According to Byron Canelos lung, the high incidence of lung disease makes it "in the third cause of death in the country, after accidents and intestinal infections", with children under five and the elderly the most vulnerable groups .
In this context, the health authorities remain alert to a possible upsurge of influenza type A. "On the change of temperature increase between October and January cases of seasonal influenza, which we become more vulnerable to viruses. Therefore, preventive measures are still valid," said Bernarda Salas, director of Health Pichincha.
The risk Canelos explained, is that a common flu "weakens the immune system and the patient is more prone to infection from other diseases more severe."
Hence, the death of 23 people with the virus AH1N1 due to lack of timely care. "It started as a flu that turned into pneumonia. We must understand that it is a disease that kills," he said.
Among patients at high risk of contagion, are those suffering from asthma, rhinitis, allergies or are exposed to dust. "In addition, those with diabetes, hypertension and obesity," he said Salas.
They recommended "no self", because they hide the symptoms of the disease and its diagnosis is difficult and seek medical advice immediately before the first symptoms of flu. (GM)
How to Prevent
* Avoid going to public places if you have symptoms of flu and does not use a mask to infect others.
* When coughing or sneezing, use the angle of the elbow. Do not cover your mouth with your hands because the virus is expelled in the saliva.
* Wash your hands constantly is another important step, since they are in contact with contaminated surfaces.
* Use disposable tissues for wiping your nose and mouth and throw it in a holster.
Time GMT: 17/Agosto/2009 - 05:08