MANILA — An infectious diseases expert on Wednesday urged the public, especially members of the vulnerable population, to use face masks now that cases of influenza-like illnesses are increasing.
“This is brought about by reasons na medyo malamig na, medyo may pag-ulan and it’s also brought out and it is also the same pattern of increase of cases like last year talagang ganito ang nangyayari sa atin,” Solante said in a televised briefing. "At the same time, especially sa mga vulnerable population, ito ang tatamaan na kahit influenza like illness lang baka mag severe kagaya ng COVID so they also have to wear the face mask.”
“Kung sino man ang may sintomas, we highly advise na wag munang papasok you have to rest, sa bahay lang muna. Usually ang influenza-like illness naman 3 days, 4 days nawawala yan. But ang importante rito in staying at home, we also have to protect other individuals para hindi magkakahawaan," he said.
Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)