The decrease in the incidence of flu and hospitalizations in Spain
As stated in the weekly report of the Acute Respiratory Infection Surveillance System (Sivira), published by the Carlos III Health Institute this Thursday, the incidence of influenza has decreased for the third consecutive week in Spain. The positivity rate has gone from 36.8% to 28%, while hospitalizations have dropped by 43.6% in all autonomous communities and in all age groups. This downward trend is good news for public health and indicates an improvement in the flu situation in Spain
The decline in influenza activity in all age groups
According to the same Sivira report, the decline in flu activity is observed in all age groups. If a regular seasonal pattern is followed, the incidence of flu is expected to be below baseline within a week or two. In addition, this decline is observed in all the autonomous communities, indicating a generalized improvement in the flu situation in Spain [[1]](https://www.ara.cat/llengua/5-arguments-5- tricks-not-changing-language-not-annoying_1_4544047.html).
The situation of hospitalizations for influenza
In terms of severity, since the beginning of the season, cases hospitalized for flu have 36% pneumonia, 5% admission to ICU and 6% lethality. The highest rates of hospitalization for influenza are found in patients 80 years and older. However, there is a downward trend in flu hospitalizations across all age groups
The decrease in the incidence of COVID-19 and RSV
In addition to influenza, there is also a decrease in the incidence of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Spain. The global rate of acute respiratory infections (ARIs) has dropped to 717.3 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, a decrease of 23.1% compared to the previous week. This decline is observed in all the autonomous communities. Some autonomous communities, such as Asturias, Castilla y León, Catalonia, the Valencian Country and Galicia, could welcome the withdrawal of the mandatory use of the mask after having recorded a continuous decline for two weeks
The rates of respiratory infections by age groups
Regarding the rates of acute respiratory infections (ARIs) by age group, the highest occur in the group of children under one year of age, with 2,918.3 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, followed by the group of 1 -4 years with 2,196.3 cases
The situation of hospitalizations for respiratory infections
Regarding hospitalizations for respiratory infections, the overall rate has decreased to 21 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. The highest income rates are seen in adults aged 80 and over, followed by the under-one-year-old group
The situation of hospitalizations for COVID-19
In terms of severity, since the start of the season, hospitalized cases for COVID-19 have 33% pneumonia, 4% ICU admission and 7% lethality. The highest rates of hospitalization are found in children under one year of age and in adults 80 years and older
The situation of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections
Regarding respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections, the highest rates occur in the group of children under one year of age, with 21% of pneumonia, 11% of ICU admissions and 2% of lethality
conclusion
The incidence of influenza in Spain continues to decrease and hospitalizations for this disease are also reduced. In addition, a decrease in the incidence of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is observed. However, it is necessary to continue to maintain preventive measures to avoid a possible rise in respiratory infections. Staying informed is key to making informed decisions about health [[1]](https://www.ara.cat/llengua/5-arguments-5-trucs-no-canviar-llengua-no-incomodi_1_4544047.html )