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Surge in Seasonal Viruses: Increased Attendance at Emergency Rooms and Flu A Hospitalizations

Published January 8, 2026, 07:09
Surge in Seasonal Viruses: Increased Attendance at Emergency Rooms and Flu A Hospitalizations

There is an increase in seasonal viruses, mainly flu A, resulting in increased attendance at Emergency Departments (EDs) and more hospital admissions. Spokesperson for the Cyprus Public Health Insurance Organisation (OKYPY), Charalambos Charilaou, stated that the situation is expected and similar to previous years, starting in October and intensifying with the holidays. He emphasized the importance of individual protection measures, especially for vulnerable groups and the elderly, as hospitalization of the elderly can be more complex. OKYPY is ready to manage the increase in cases, with the peak expected from early January to late March/early April.