Lisa Ambuehl of the nurse at the Hospital of the Canton of Salem, Lisa Ambuehl notes a strong increase in cases of respiratory disease in January at the rural health clinic.
Since last Friday, the hospital has confirmed 20 cases of flu A. There have been 34 cases for the month. The hospital has also confirmed 10 COVVI-19 cases, with some hospitalized patients. However, Ambuehl says that gravity is not as bad as the original cocovid cases. Six RSV cases of all ages have also been confirmed.
Ambuehl explained the best way to avoid becoming a victim of a respiratory infection.
“Good hand washing. If you’re sick, stay at home. Toux label, sneezing label. »»
Ambuehl says that if the best time to get a flu vaccine is in the fall, they can always be effective if they are received now.
