Start of Respiratory Infections Season in Hungary
The 40th week of 2025 marks the official beginning of the respiratory season in Hungary, although it is expected to peak between the 3rd and 7th weeks of 2026.
Currently, coronavirus infections are dominant, with nearly 100 people hospitalized due to severe acute respiratory infection (ARI), over a third of whom have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.
The respiratory surveillance service will monitor influenza-like illnesses and acute respiratory infections based on data from 1,288 general practitioners and pediatricians, the smallest number of participating doctors to date.
Coronavirus infections dominate, as usual this early in the season.
Author's summary: Respiratory season starts in Hungary with coronavirus dominance.