Suspected illness in Irkutsk: Preparedness of services strengthened in Uzbekistan
Official information has been released regarding reports of a suspected case of an extremely dangerous infectious disease in Russia's Irkutsk region. In Uzbekistan, the preparedness of relevant services has been strengthened to prevent the entry and spread of such diseases.
Suspected illness in Irkutsk: Preparedness of services strengthened in Uzbekistan
According to official information, various reports regarding the situation in the Irkutsk region are circulating on social networks and some information sources. The situation is being constantly monitored through the authorized agencies of Russia and official sources of the World Health Organization.
In particular, whether the diagnosis of the disease has been laboratory-confirmed or not, the potential source and routes of transmission are being studied. Additionally, information regarding the patient's travel route and individuals who were in contact with them is also being clarified.
The published information does not disclose the name of the disease, and no conclusion has been provided regarding laboratory confirmation of the diagnosis.
At the same time, it was reported that the preparedness of relevant services has been strengthened to prevent the entry and spread of highly dangerous infectious diseases into the territory of Uzbekistan.
Citizens were advised not to believe unconfirmed reports and to follow information only through official sources.
If the epidemiological situation changes, additional information will be provided to the public in accordance with the established procedure.