During Autumn School Holidays the Number of Cases Has Fallen
According to the National Public Health Centre (NPHC), there was a decrease in the number of cases of influenza, acute upper respiratory infections (ARIs) and COVID-19 (coronavirus infection) over the past week (30 October- 5 November). The overall incidence was 739.2 cases/ 100 000 population, compared to 739.2 cases/ 100 000 population in the previous week (23-29 October).
The lowest incidence of influenza, ARI and COVID-19 last week was reported in Telšiai County, while the highest incidence was reported in Vilnius County. The number of cases did not rise to an epidemic level, i.e. 1 500 cases/ 100 1000 population, in any of the Municipalities.
Between 30 October and 5 November, 6 people were hospitalised for influenza in the country: 3 children (0-17 years) and 3 people over 65 years of age. No persons were treated in intensive care units.
Last week, the first influenza death in the country (Marijampolė County) this influenza season was reported. The person aged between 80-89 years was not vaccinated against seasonal influenza and had other chronic diseases.
Data on incidence of influenza, ARI and COVID-19 in Counties
According to the data from the National Public Health Care Laboratory (NPHCL), a total of 52 specimens were taken from patients with symptoms of ARI in week 43 of 2023 (23-29 October), none of which tested positive for influenza virus.
By the end of week 42 (22 October), rates of respiratory illnesses (influenza, ARI and Covid-19) were at expected levels for this time of the year in most EU/EEA countries.
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It is not too late to get your vaccines
Getting vaccinated is the best way to prevent influenza and COVID-19. We recommend the residents to get the vaccines against both diseases at the same visit to your doctor, especially people at higher risk: people aged 65 and over, people living in social care and nursing homes, people with chronic diseases, people with weakened immunity, medical professionals, and pregnant women.
Residents can be vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccines at any health facility. If people at higher risk want to receive a flu vaccine at the same time as a COVID-19 vaccine, they can do so at the health facility where they are registered.
Last updated: 08-11-2023
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