During the period from January 5th to 11th, 2026, 121,497 individuals in Ukraine contracted acute respiratory viral infections, alongside 360 cases of COVID-19. The frequency of acute respiratory viral infections saw a rise of 15.2%, while COVID-19 cases climbed by 29.6%.
During the last seven days, over 121,000 Ukrainians have been affected by acute respiratory viral ailments, with 360 contracting COVID-19, according to a UNN dispatch citing the Public Health Center.
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According to the Center’s report, the acute respiratory viral infection (ARVI) landscape in Ukraine shows stability, with a typical baseline incidence across the majority of Ukrainian regions. Only the Lviv area showed a slight breach of the epidemic threshold.
From January 5th through 11th, 2026, a total of 121,497 individuals in Ukraine (comprising 65,947 adults and 55,550 minors under 17) suffered from acute respiratory viral infections, marking an increase of 15.2% compared to the same timeframe last year. Hospital admissions for acute respiratory viral infections reached 4,827 patients, including 2,578 children. COVID-19 infections totaled 360 cases during the week, which is a 29.6% rise from the prior week.
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Suggestions for Mitigating SARS Contraction in Congested Environments
When utilizing public transport or navigating densely populated settings, such as reception zones in government offices or sanctuaries, adopt these guidelines to safeguard against respiratory infections:
- Reduce physical contact with surfaces, like handrails and door levers; employ an antiseptic after any contact;
- If viable, keep a distance – maintaining even a half-meter gap diminishes the probability of viral transmission;
- Opt for spots with improved ventilation, such as by open panes or doors, if safety allows.
- Refrain from intense dialogue in confined spaces;
- Administer an antiseptic product promptly upon exiting public transit or a congested area.