2022 Mianyang Disease Control Winter Disease Prevention Warm Tips Mianyang Latest Epidemic Prevention Announcement

The cold weather in winter is suitable for viruses to survive and become active. In addition, the temperature fluctuates greatly, and it is difficult for people's bodies to keep up with the temperature changes in a short period of time. At the same time, cold air will stimulate the human body's airways and cause spasms to varying degrees, which will reduce the defense ability of the respiratory system and make respiratory diseases more likely to occur. . Recently, epidemic prevention and control policies have been optimized and adjusted in many places across the country. This winter and next spring, there may be a superimposed epidemic risk of new coronavirus and influenza virus infection, which must be paid great attention to. Once the new coronavirus and influenza overlap, the impact on the body may have a 1+12 effect. We should take active precautions and build a strong immune barrier.

1. Get vaccinated and build a strong population immunity barrier.

Getting vaccinated against influenza can reduce the risk of severe illness and death caused by influenza virus infection, and reduce the health hazards caused by related diseases. Vaccination against the new coronavirus can effectively reduce the risk of severe illness and death after infection, and can especially protect the elderly. The elderly have more basic diseases. If they are infected with the new coronavirus, they are at a greater risk of developing severe illness, critical illness or even death. People over 60 years old who are eligible for vaccination, especially those over 80 years old, should complete the full course of vaccination and receive a booster shot as soon as possible. In addition, according to the World Health Organization, the global incidence of influenza has increased significantly this year, and the risk of seasonal influenza transmission has increased. It is necessary to prevent the risk of superimposed epidemics of influenza and COVID-19. Vaccination is recommended for key groups such as medical personnel, the elderly, infants, and pregnant women. Flu vaccine.

2. Increase publicity and scientifically guide the public to prepare knowledge reserves, protection and medical reserves in advance

Both the new coronavirus and influenza virus are respiratory infectious diseases and spread quickly and easily. Their main characteristics are wide range, strong transmissibility, high incidence rate, and difficulty in controlling. In particular, the early symptoms of the two are very similar, which can easily confuse the diagnosis. All localities should strengthen health education and publicity, scientifically guide the public to correctly understand the new coronavirus infection, and should focus on high-risk groups such as pregnant women, infants, elderly people, and patients with chronic underlying diseases. People with mild or asymptomatic infections should strictly isolate themselves at home. , symptomatic treatment when necessary, and timely medical treatment for severe patients to avoid a run on medical resources.

3. Maintain good hygiene habits, wear masks correctly, and perform hand hygiene anytime and anywhere.

Wearing a mask correctly is the most effective physical means to prevent respiratory infectious diseases including COVID-19. In addition to COVID-19, wearing a mask can also effectively prevent other infectious diseases such as seasonal influenza. Secondly, in addition to respiratory droplet transmission and aerosol transmission, the new coronavirus can also be transferred to the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth through contaminated hands to achieve contact transmission. Omicron is highly contagious, with many asymptomatic infections, and the resulting contamination is often relatively secretive. To avoid infection through contaminated items, you must first perform good hand hygiene. It is recommended to use the seven-step handwashing method to clean all parts of the hands. The area is cleaned and disinfected in place. Thirdly, we should develop the habit of regularly opening windows for ventilation to maintain air circulation. It is recommended to ventilate the room 2-3 times a day for about 30 minutes each time. Finally, we should also eat a reasonable diet, exercise moderately, quit smoking and limit alcohol, maintain psychological balance, cultivate healthy behavioral habits, and develop a good lifestyle to enhance our own immunity and reduce the risk of infection and the risk of severe illness and death after infection. , and the elderly should strengthen self-protection.