9,960 people were on sick leave last week due to influenza, and another 109,440 due to flu-like infections, according to data from the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK). Corona accounted for 1,010 sick leave reports. "The number of illnesses due to real flu and flu-like infections is still rising, but not to the extent as in previous weeks," said ÖGK Chief Medical Officer Andreas Krauter.

Almost 10,000 People on Sick Leave Due to Influenza

The circulating viruses A(H1N1)pdm09 and Influenza B(Victoria) are exactly the virus strains contained in the influenza vaccines, said Krauter. "In addition to the flu vaccination, simple hygiene measures, such as regular hand washing, frequent ventilation of rooms, and maintaining distance rules, contribute to protection against infection and further spread. It is also advisable to strengthen the immune system by eating healthily, getting enough sleep, spending a lot of time in fresh air, avoiding stress, and not smoking," advised the ÖGK Chief Medical Officer. In total, there were 299,595 reports of incapacity for work last week (week 6).

(APA/Red)

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