Respiratory Infections Rise in Luxembourg This January

Health authorities in Luxembourg reported a noticeable increase in respiratory infections during the week of 5–11 January 2026. The weekly review showed influenza cases jumped sharply compared with the previous week, while COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) numbers also rose.

Laboratory data indicated a 43% surge in flu cases, with nearly all infections identified as influenza A. RSV cases saw a slight uptick, mostly affecting young children, and COVID-19 cases increased modestly, though wastewater tests hinted at a complex trend.

The government’s health ministry reminded the public that seasonal vaccination remains available and urged those over 65 and other vulnerable groups to get vaccinated.

Officials also encouraged basic hygiene measures such as frequent handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when ill to help reduce the spread of these common viruses.

Read more: https://dirsante.gouvernement.lu/fr/actualites.gouvernement2024+fr+actualites+toutes_actualites+communiques+2026+01-janvier+15-infections-respiratoires.html

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