Coxsackie Virus Outbreak Reported in Russian Kindergartens
Parents in multiple Russian regions reported outbreaks of Coxsackie virus in kindergartens, linking the spread to children returning from abroad and subsequent transmission through close contact. The illness causes severe symptoms in young children, including high fever, sore throat, rashes, and painful mouth ulcers.
Consensus
- Parents from several Russian regions reported cases of Coxsackie virus in kindergartens.
- Symptoms include high fever, sore throat, itching, and rashes.
- Children who returned from abroad are suspected as initial carriers.
- Transmission is believed to have occurred through close contact, such as dirty hands, toys, or shared dishes.
- Children are experiencing severe symptoms, including painful mouth ulcers and refusal to eat or drink, risking dehydration.
- Kindergartens are responding with quarantine, isolation of sick children, and enhanced cleaning.
Coverage (2 sources)
- High temperature, ulcers and rash: Coxsackie virus reached kindergartens in Russia — РИАМО
- Parents from several regions of Russia reported to 'Base' about cases of Coxsackie virus infection in kindergartens. According to adults... — Baza