The positive rate of influenza A continues to rise. Should I take some oseltamivir to prevent it?

Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection has not yet subsided, and influenza has come to join in the fun. On November 23, the website of the China National Influenza Center released the "China Influenza Surveillance Weekly Report No. 779, Week 46, 2023".

Monitoring data show that in the 46th week of 2023 (November 13, 2023-November 19, 2023), the positive rate of influenza virus detection in southern and northern provinces continued to rise, mainly A (H3N2) subtype, followed by B (Victoria) subtype. 205 influenza-like illness outbreaks were reported nationwide.

Screenshot from the website of China National Influenza Center

The influenza virus currently prevalent is mainly influenza A

Influenza, also known as flu, is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza virus, which is highly contagious and spreads rapidly.

Influenza viruses are divided into four types: A (A), B (B), C (C), and D (D). According to the weekly report, the currently prevalent influenza viruses are mainly the A (H3N2) subtype of influenza A , followed by the B (Victoria) subtype of influenza B.

What are the prominent symptoms of influenza A?

Can I take some oseltamivir in advance to prevent influenza?

Oseltamivir has been called the "magic drug" for influenza. Many people believe that taking oseltamivir can prevent influenza. Is this really the case? How should oseltamivir be used?

Daily tips for preventing influenza

①The most effective way to prevent influenza is to get a flu vaccine

Priority vaccination recipients are: pregnant women, family members and caregivers of infants under 6 months old, children aged 6 months to 5 years, people aged 60 and above, patients with specific chronic diseases, and medical personnel.

② Pay attention to 6 things in daily life

Keep indoor air circulating, wear a mask when going out, and avoid crowded places during the peak of the epidemic.

Use tissues when coughing or sneezing to avoid droplet spread.

Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly, and avoid touching your mouth, eyes, and nose with unwashed hands.

If you develop flu-like symptoms, seek medical attention promptly and reduce contact with others.

Strengthen physical exercise to improve the body's ability to resist disease.

· The climate is changeable, so be careful to add or remove clothes every day.