Respiratory viruses become more prevalent as temperatures drop, increasing the risk of illnesses, especially among vulnerable individuals. Understanding these viruses, their symptoms, and prevention methods can help protect your health this season.
Common Winter Respiratory Viruses
The most frequently circulating viruses during winter include:
- Influenza (Flu) Virus – A major cause of seasonal outbreaks, with this year’s flu season being particularly severe.
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) – A leading cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia, especially in infants and older adults.
- SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) – Continues to circulate with new variants.
- Rhinovirus, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and Human Coronaviruses are often responsible for cold-like symptoms and respiratory infections.
Who is Most at Risk?
- Young children (under 5 years old)
- Older adults
- People with chronic conditions (asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes)
Symptoms to Watch For
- Fever, chills, cough, sore throat
- Runny nose, fatigue, muscle aches
- Headache, vomiting
How to Stay Protected
Practice Good Hygiene
Wash hands frequently and cover coughs.
Wear A Mask
Especially in crowded or high-risk areas.
Get Vaccinated
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines are essential for protection.
Get Tested
Early detection through Real-Time PCR testing helps guide proper treatment.
Anatolia offers advanced Respiratory Pathogens Panel Kits to detect multiple viruses in a single test.
Bosphore Respiratory Pathogens Maxi Panel Bundle Kit
The Bosphore Respiratory Pathogens Maxi Panel detects and characterizes over 30 respiratory pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi, in human respiratory samples such as biopsy, BAL, sputum, tracheal aspirate, and swabs (Flocking swabs, Liquid Amies, UTM, VCM, Sigma Transwab, Copan ESwab, Sigma VCM). Fluorescence detection is performed using FAM, HEX, Texas Red, and Cy5 filters.
Bosphore SARS-CoV-2/Respiratory Pathogens Panel Kit v5
Bosphore SARS-CoV-2/Respiratory Pathogens Panel Kit v5 is a Real-Time PCR kit for in vitro diagnostics that detects the gene regions of the pathogens listed below from human respiratory samples including oropharyngeal swab and nasopharyngeal swab. Fluorescence detection is performed using FAM, HEX, ROX, and Cy5 filters.
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