Overview
- Rospotrebnadzor rejected a Telegram report alleging spread of an aggressive, mutated influenza A variant said to evade vaccination.
- The agency reported no significant increase in severe flu hospitalizations in any region and sent an official inquiry to the outlet behind the claim.
- Baza described high fevers and rapid onset in children, but its account remains unverified by national or international health bodies.
- Official data show more than 23,400 flu cases in the latest week, about 1.7 times the prior week, with the Hong Kong strain currently dominant.
- Schoolchildren are the most affected group, prompting temporary suspension of 478 schools and over 10,000 classes under the 20% absenteeism rule.