Number of cases of acute respiratory diseases in southern Bohemia continues to rise

The number of acute respiratory infections in southern Bohemia continues to rise, with 1,343 cases per 100,000 inhabitants reported in the region—a 13.3% increase compared to the previous week.

The highest infection rates are among the youngest children, with 3,202 cases per 100,000 children under the age of five. In contrast, the elderly population (65 and older) has the fewest cases, with 547 per 100,000 inhabitants, representing a 5.1% decline from the previous week.

Due to the surge in respiratory infections, nearly all hospitals in the region have introduced restricted visiting policies. In most facilities, visitors are required to wear respirators, and the public is encouraged to reconsider non-urgent visits.