Influenza Surge... Ulsan City Urges "Follow Prevention Rules and Get Vaccinated"

As the influenza epidemic is set to intensify this winter, Ulsan City has launched a campaign to promote adherence to preventive measures and vaccination.

According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, the number of influenza-like illness cases reported by outpatient clinics in the fourth week of October was 32.6 per 1,000 patients, a 73% increase compared to 18.8 cases per 1,000 patients the previous week.

An "influenza-like illness case" refers to a patient exhibiting symptoms such as sudden fever over 38 degrees Celsius and cough or sore throat.

Major symptoms upon infection include high fever (38?40 degrees Celsius), dry cough, sore throat, respiratory symptoms, as well as systemic symptoms such as headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Treatment can be provided through symptomatic therapy or antiviral medication.

With the recent rise in influenza cases, it is important to strictly follow personal hygiene and preventive measures such as wearing masks, proper handwashing, and practicing cough etiquette to prevent infection and its spread.

In particular, group facilities such as childcare centers, schools, and nursing homes should actively participate in influenza vaccination to prevent infection.

An official from Ulsan City stated, "The current influenza epidemic is already showing patterns similar to those seen in past winter seasons," adding, "As of the end of October, vaccination rates for children and the elderly are 62.7% and 40.5%, respectively, which are somewhat lower than the same period last year. We urge children and the elderly, who are vulnerable to infection, to actively participate in vaccination."

Ulsan City Hall.

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