In Ukraine, there is a difficult situation in connection with the outbreak of viral hepatitis A in the city of Vinnitsa, which caused an increase in concern and epidemic investigation. This was announced by the Deputy Minister of Health of Ukraine and the Chief State Sanitary Doctor, Igor Kuzin, during the broadcasting of the National Telernorphone "Unified News".
According to information, hepatitis A outbreak is not limited only by the city of Vinnytsia and extends to neighboring settlements in the region. This situation has become the subject of concern and epidemic investigation conducted by the Ministry of Health.
Igor Kuzin noted that she has become an emergency of the scale of the region, and requires immediate action. The testing during October 28 and 29 has already covered more than 100 people in Vinnitsa, and work on detection and control is ongoing.
In order to prevent the spread of hepatitis A virus, the authorities have started vaccination by both health care professionals and persons who are in close contact with the infected. Vaccination is considered an effective way to stop the further spread of infection.
However, the chief state sanitary doctor urged citizens to see the doctor as quickly as possible if they have specific symptoms, such as general weakness, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, heaviness in the right hypochondrium, darkening of urine. These symptoms are characteristic of hepatitis A, and if they occur, you should consult a medical specialist immediately.
According to Igor Kuzin, the disease is currently in 100% of cases as a moderate severity and is well treated for timely medical care. The focus is on stopping the spread of infection and eliminating the source of infection.
Experts continue to work on establishing a source of infection and take the necessary measures to prevent the further spread of hepatitis A. virus A. The epidemic situation in Vinnitsa and the closest settlements remains under supervision, and the authorities pay serious attention to this problem.
