Russia Reports Stable Respiratory Illness Levels as A(H3N2) Leads This Flu Season

Authorities are boosting holiday surveillance to reinforce flu protection with vaccination coverage at 54.8%.

Overview

In a Dec. 30 update, Rospotrebnadzor said nationwide morbidity from seasonal respiratory infections remains at sustained levels.
The agency identified influenza A(H3N2), also known as the Hong Kong strain, as the prevailing virus in circulation.
Flu immunization has reached 54.8% of the total population, which officials describe as a high level of coverage.
Continuous monitoring will be carried out throughout the winter holidays to prevent any deterioration in the situation.
Regional health bodies were instructed to keep conditions under control and remain ready for rapid operational response.