The first case of flu has been registered first time this season in Moldova. According to the National Center for Public Health, the disease was detected at a  6-year-old girl in the capital. The child was hospitalized and treated.

To avoid the virus infection, doctors advise wearing protective masks, avoid crowded places and get lots of vitamins from fruits and vegetables.

However, self-medication is recommended to avoid at the first symptom of the disease and to visit the doctor. 

According to statistics, last year, due to complications caused by viruses, 20 people have died. In total, there were over 900 cases of viruses and about 154,000 respiratory infections.