Call for Eight Measures Against Seasonal Flu from the Ministry of Health of Vietnam

The Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health of Vietnam has announced 8 essential preventive measures for the public to follow due to the increase in seasonal flu cases and the risks of severe complications in risk groups.

The Ministry of Health of Vietnam stated that seasonal flu cases are increasing and could lead to severe complications in high-risk groups, and announced 8 measures. High-risk groups include individuals over 65, children under 5, pregnant women, women who have given birth within the last two weeks, and those with underlying health conditions.

Among the 8 measures recommended by the ministry are wearing masks, covering the mouth during coughs and sneezes, personal hygiene and frequent hand washing, staying away from respiratory patients, a healthy lifestyle, limiting contact for those showing symptoms, disinfecting and ventilating living spaces, and risk groups avoiding crowded environments.