And he announced in a statement that “the Sapphire A vaccine is not among the vaccines in the national vaccination schedule, but is instead optional,” noting that he is committed to making it available, in partnership with international organization, for use during proliferation. like these. ”
He explained that “symptoms are usually reduced by fever, diarrhea and wheezing in the elderly, who are more prone to complications of the disease. In children, the symptoms are usually mild. In some cases, it may be absent, especially in infants.
And announced that “in collaboration with local authorities and international organizations, he regularly monitors the restoration of infrastructure and the sterilization of water sources, and also conducts information seminars for people on how to prevent diseases. and sterilized water with chlorine. ”
The Ministry confirmed that visceriasis A has been considered endemic in Lebanon for many years, and the Ministry of Health reports several cases each year in more than one Lebanese region, and its incubation period has “lasted from two weeks to 50 days ”, and therefore“ the cases reported today, I got this infection a few weeks ago. ”
He pointed out that “the fecal-oral route of transmission, and thus the adoption of preventive measures, is essential to reduce outbreaks,” summarizing the methods of prevention in personal hygiene, namely that is washing hands before eating, after going to the bathroom, and after changing the baby. ” underwear. ” diapers. As well as the use of clean water and the safe disposal of solid and liquid waste.
Source: Al-Akhbar
