Influenza A cases are experiencing an upward trend in Indonesia.\nAccording to data from the Indonesian Ministry of Health as of 12\nSeptember 2026, the proportion of positive influenza laboratory tests\nreached 38 per cent in week 35, an increase from 22 per cent the\nprevious week.<\/p>\n
Out of 175 specimens tested, 66 were confirmed positive for\ninfluenza, with the majority being influenza A(H1N1) pdm09. Responding\nto this, Professor dr. Tri Wibawa, a Professor of Clinical Microbiology\nfrom Gadjah Mada University (UGM), stated that the public does not need\nto react excessively to the situation. This is because the circulating\ninfluenza A(H1N1) is a derivative of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic virus that\nhas undergone genetic changes.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe increase in influenza A findings in August 2026 does not need to\nbe overreacted to, although risk mitigation must still be prepared,\u201d\nProfessor Tri Wibawa explained in a written statement, quoted on Tuesday\n(22\/9\/2026).<\/p>\n
He explained that influenza is generally caused by influenza type A\nand B viruses. Common symptoms typically include fever accompanied by\nchills, coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body\naches, headaches, and fatigue.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, Tri reminded the public to pay closer attention to\ngroups at higher risk of experiencing complications due to influenza.\nThese groups include seniors over the age of 65, children under five,\nindividuals with chronic illnesses, and those with weakened immune\nsystems.<\/p>\n
\u201cVulnerable groups include the elderly over 65, children under 5,\npeople with chronic diseases, and those experiencing other declines in\nimmunity levels,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
To prevent or reduce the risk of transmission, Tri encouraged the\npublic to implement several simple preventive steps. According to him,\nmaintaining a healthy lifestyle should be accompanied by practising\nproper cough and sneeze etiquette, regular hand washing, and avoiding\nclose contact with individuals suffering from influenza.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/influenza-a-cases-surge-experts-share-prevention-tips-1790078026", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }