Viral fever and flu Trend

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Preventive measures

  • Covering the mouth while coughing and sneezing. 
  • Avoid gatherings and crowded places to reduce the risk of exposure to influenza and other respiratory illnesses. 
  • If you have flu-like symptoms, stay away from children to prevent transmitting the virus to them. 
  • High-risk individuals should get the influenza vaccine to protect themselves from the virus. 

Total Viral fever and ARI cases reported on May 2024

What is the current situation?

The following destinations have reported the highest number of viral fever cases: 

  • Observe the surge in most Atoll

(June 2024)

What is viral fever and flu?

Influenza, commonly known as flu, is a viral respiratory illness that can spread from person to person through the air. The virus infects the nose, throat, and lungs and can cause severe complications, especially in people who are 65 years or older, young children, and those with underlying health conditions. It is important for these high-risk groups to take extra precautions and get vaccinated to protect themselves from the flu.