The number of flu cases is increasing in Russia

Currently, in the Russian Federation, the incidence of ARVI and influenza is at a seasonal level. At the same time, the number of influenza patients is increasing from week to week. In the 44th week of 2025, relative to the 43rd week, the number of cases doubled and amounted to 1513 peoplethe message says.

In addition, the incidence of COVID-19 remained at the level of the 43rd week and amounted to 7.2 thousand cases.

According to the agency, influenza A(H3N2) strains currently predominate. The influenza viruses detected today are fully consistent with the vaccine strains.

As part of the All-Russian influenza vaccination campaign, over 533 million citizens have been vaccinated. To receive a flu shot, you must go to your local clinic.“, the department reported, recalling that vaccination is the most reliable way to protect against severe influenza and serious complications.

Earlier, Rospotrebnadzor informed that in Crimea and Sevastopol a decrease was recorded level of incidence of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI). Also reportedthat in Russia there is now a stable situation regarding influenza, the outbreak of the epidemic can be expected by the end of November, and the peak of the epidemiological season at the beginning of the new year.

Earlier, the head of Crimea Sergei Aksenov reported that since the start of the annual vaccination flu campaigns Almost 500 thousand residents of the republic have been immunized, and the vaccination campaign continues.

source: RIA Novosti Crimea