As a result of laboratory research within the framework of case epidemiological observation, an influenza type B causative agent was found in Armenia; this is reported by the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Typical flu symptoms include fever, body aches, trembling, shivering, sweating, headache, dry cough, shortness of breath, tiredness, weakness, runny nose (runny nose), sore and scratchy throat, eye pain, photophobia, watery eyes, vomiting, and diarrhea, which are more common in children.

Complications are secondary infections, such as secondary pneumonia, bronchitis, thrush, sinusitis, laryngitis, and ear infections.

Among the primary complications caused by the influenza virus, primary pneumonia, viral myocarditis, meningitis, encephalitis, meningoencephalitis, myelitis, renal failure, etc., are especially dangerous. Pregnant women can develop acute respiratory failure as a complication of the most life-threatening flu.

In order not to get sick with acute respiratory infections and flu, as well as to avoid complications, the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention reminds and urges people to get vaccinated against seasonal flu by contacting a polyclinic or ambulatory clinic. The flu vaccine currently available in the country protects against two subtypes of influenza A and B. Avoid acute contact with patients with symptoms typical of respiratory infections.

If you are sick, stay at home, especially do not allow children with symptoms typical of acute respiratory infections to attend school and kindergarten, ensuring consultation and treatment by a doctor; if you are sick, invite the local pediatrician, therapist, or family doctor and do not engage in self-medication. Do not use antibiotics as they are not indicated for treating flu and acute respiratory infections; dress appropriately for the weather, observe cough and sneeze etiquette, drink as much fluids as possible, frequently ventilate closed spaces, and observe personal hygiene.