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According to the Health Center Jumilla, more than 2,000 people have been vaccinated in the town against the virus of the common cold, as it will campaign without yet have been detected cases of influenza A in the population.
According to the Coordinator of the Jumilla Health Center, Dr. José Casas, the incidences of flu in the city are below the national average, but has occurred so far, no income and remarkable complication, but aims to that probably next week some slight upturn occurs.
Meanwhile Councillor for Health, Almudena Martinez recalled that those who have come to the vaccine are immunized by 80% against influenza A and all circulating strains, encouraging, once again, the people who are part of the risk groups such as pregnant women and chronically ill, among others, to go to a health center for vaccination.
As stated by the council "the evolution of influenza is being expected, but this year is ahead compared to the previous season, also in the region have not yet been raised epidemic levels, so people must be quiet and should not be alarmed. "
Moreover stressed that "it is important that people know that the flu is spread through coughing or sneezing, and through contact with contaminated objects. Therefore as important as vaccination, is that people follow guidelines which will help prevent infection and slow the spread of the virus "
Recommendations
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water or a water-alcohol solution ALWAYS, especially before and after touching your eyes, nose or mouth because germs are often spread when touching contaminated objects and then touch the eyes, nose or mouth.
- It is also important to maintain good ventilation at home, and clean surfaces that are more in touch with your hands.
- If you are in contact with a sick person must avoid sharing items such as cups, cutlery, bottles, preventing anyone else to use those items.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Jumilla
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