With the onset of the cold season, the so-called acute respiratory viral diseases (ARVI) and influenza become more active. Unfortunately, these diseases have been the greatest threat to children for many years. Up to 1 billion cases of ARVI are registered annually in the world, according to the World Health Organization.
As part of the sanitary and educational work, the employees of the department of general public health in Semey at school No. 15, related to PHC No. 12, constantly conduct conversations on the prevention of seasonal acute diseases. This is especially true during viral infections. The attention of schoolchildren was focused on important issues of prevention of acute respiratory viral infections. It was recommended to avoid, if possible, mass events during the ARVI and influenza season. To walk outside. The classroom should be ventilated regularly. Limit contact with patients with ARVI. If a child is ill, he needs to stay at home, there is no need to go to the hospital, the doctor must be called to the house. Those who become ill must wear masks, which must be changed regularly. Wash off viruses with saline solution (nose, throat) Wash hands frequently. Get vaccinated against the influenza virus.
Terekhova T.I., Dosbaeva A.M., аssistants of the department of general education in Semey.
