Nikhil Prasad Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Nov 11, 2026 17 minutes ago
Kyrgyzstan is witnessing a significant increase in acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza, with children accounting for more than 70% of reported cases. Health authorities are urging greater vigilance as respiratory illnesses continue spreading across the country.
Kyrgyzstan reports a sharp increase in respiratory viral infections, with children accounting for over 71% of cases as health authorities strengthen prevention efforts.
Respiratory Infections Increase Sharply
According to the Ministry of Health, Kyrgyzstan registered 10,900 cases of ARVI and influenza between November 2 and 8, representing a 4.4% increase compared to the previous week.
More concerningly, infections were 1.6 times higher than during the corresponding period last year.
Children younger than 14 accounted for 7,752 cases, representing 71.1% of total infections.
Multiple Respiratory Viruses Detected
Ongoing epidemiological surveillance in Bishkek, Osh, and Tokmok has identified several circulating respiratory viruses.
Laboratory testing revealed that rhinoviruses accounted for 47.3% of detected viruses, followed by parainfluenza viruses at 22.2%, adenoviruses at 13.3%, seasonal coronaviruses at 9.9%, and bocaviruses at 5.8%.
These findings, highlighted in this
Thailand Medical News report, indicate that multiple respiratory pathogens are contributing to the seasonal increase.
Influenza Vaccination Campaign Underway
To reduce influenza-related complications, Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Health has purchased 63,734 doses of the Grippol+ influenza vaccine.
Free vaccinations are available at family medicine centers for vulnerable groups, including older adults, pregnant women, healthcare workers, people with chronic illnesses, and frequently ill children.
Vaccinations are also available at 12 private medical facilities, costing between 450 and 1,100 soms per dose.
Health Officials Urge Preventive Measures
Authorities recommend regular handwashing, adequate indoor ventilation, wet cleaning, and wearing medical masks in crowded environments.
Parents are strongly advised to keep sick children home until recovery.
Family medicine centers have also established dedicated telephone services offering guidance on treatment, examinations, and hospitalization.
Conclusion
The increasing number of respiratory infections, particularly among children, highlights the need for stronger preventive measures. Vaccination against influenza, early medical attention, and improved hygiene remain essential to protecting vulnerable populations and reducing further transmission.
References:
https://ktrk.kg/zdorove/za-nedelyu-v-kyrgyzstane-vyyavili-10-900-bolnyh-na
-orvi-minzdrav/
https://24.kg/article/bolee-10-tysyach-sluchaev-orvi-i-grippa-zaregistrirovano-v-kr-za-nedelyu
https://ru.kabar.kg/news/pochti-11-tys-sluchaev-orvi-i-grippa-za-nedelyu-zaregistrirovali-v-kyrgyzstane/
https://zdorovie.akipress.org/news:2564970
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https://www.thailandmedical.news/articles/influenza-or-flu
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