SPKC: 14 cases of measles registered so far
The SPKC has reported 14 cases of measles in Latvia, with several cases linked to a school and a high risk of further spread due to unvaccinated individuals.
14 Cases of Measles Registered in Latvia
Since the outbreak of measles, Latvia has registered a total of 14 cases, according to information compiled by the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC).
Currently, there is no basis for concerns about a meningitis outbreak in Latvia, emphasizes the SPKC
The Latvian Public Health Agency reassures that there are no current indications of a meningitis outbreak in Latvia, despite reports from England.
Flu Spread is Decreasing, but it is Still at Epidemic Levels
In Latvia, flu activity is gradually decreasing but remains at epidemic levels according to the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC).
Outbreak of Measles Detected in Latvia, SPKC Warns of High Risk of Further Spread
Latvia has reported its first measles outbreak since 2018, prompting health authorities to warn about a high risk of further transmission.
Laboratory-confirmed case of measles - SPKC calls for contacts to get in touch
The SPKC has announced a laboratory-confirmed case of measles and is urging individuals who may have come into contact with the infected person to reach out.
Measles case confirmed in Latvia - SPKC urges contacts to come forward
Latvia has confirmed a measles case and the SPKC is urging individuals who may have been in contact with the infected person to come forward for assessment and guidance.
The spread of influenza in Latvia is declining, but the virus activity remains high
Influenza cases in Latvia have decreased, yet virus activity still remains above the epidemic threshold, according to monitoring data from the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC).
Three cases of Chikungunya virus confirmed in Latvia
This year, Latvia has confirmed three cases of the Chikungunya virus linked to travel to the Seychelles, according to the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC).
Flu activity decreases in Latvia, but five deaths recorded
Flu cases in Latvia have decreased by 31.8%, yet five fatalities from confirmed flu infections were reported last week according to the Disease Prevention and Monitoring Centre (SPKC).
The spread of respiratory syncytial virus is increasing in Latvia, warns the SPKC
The spread of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Latvia is on the rise, particularly threatening infants, according to the SPKC.
SPKC: The spread of respiratory syncytial virus is increasing in Latvia - infants are especially at risk
In Latvia, the spread of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is on the rise, particularly among infants under four years old, as indicated by recent monitoring data.
Breast cancer screening coverage in Latvia is still insufficient, concludes SPKC
In Latvia, despite positive trends in cancer screening coverage and decreased mortality rates, public response to screening programs remains lower than desired, according to data from the Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC).