On 12/24/2024, a round table “Prevention of influenza and acute respiratory infections” was held at the Auezovskaya substation of emergency medical care. The event addressed the issues of prevention of influenza and acute respiratory infections, immunization of the population, the epidemiological situation of acute respiratory infections and influenza in the Abai region, their clinical features and distinguishing features. The speakers noted that every year in the autumn-winter period there is an increase in the incidence of acute respiratory infections, which account for about 90% of all registered infectious diseases. At the same time, the incidence rate rises annually in January-February. The lecturers once again covered the clinic of influenza, SARS and COVID-19 in detail, focusing on risk groups. It was noted that the main method of flu prevention is vaccination, and for prevention it is recommended to follow the rules of personal hygiene, minimize contact with others, avoid crowded places, lead a healthy lifestyle, and observe indoor ventilation and cleaning. Shaimardanov N.K., Smail E.M.