Overview

• National ARVI incidence fell 10.2% in epidemiological week 40, marking a second consecutive weekly decline, Rospotrebnadzor reported.
• Cases decreased across all age groups, with the largest drops among children aged 7–14 (down 18.6%) and people 15 and older (down 11.2%).
• Rospotrebnadzor called on residents to consider seasonal respiratory risk levels and to adhere to preventive measures.
• The agency advised avoiding crowded places, limiting contacts when feeling unwell, and staying home and seeking medical care at the first signs of illness.
• COVID-19 infections also fell in week 40, with 10,300 cases recorded, a 22.2% decrease from the previous week.