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Flu and respiratory infections surge in Bulgarian hospitals
Health officials report sharp increases in flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory infections across Bulgaria, straining hospital capacity in several regions.
Recent reports from Bulgarian health authorities and hospitals indicate that rates of flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory infections are rising nationwide, particularly in urban centers such as Sofia and Plovdiv. Hospitals in some districts describe increased admissions for bronchitis and pneumonia, with a smaller number of severe cases requiring intensive care. Clinics are seeing predominantly upper respiratory tract illnesses but also a growing number of lower respiratory complications, prompting public reminders about vaccination, mask use and isolation when symptomatic. Health professionals warn that the overlapping waves of influenza and COVID‑19 could further burden already stretched medical staff and resources during the current season.
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- active
- Location
- Bulgaria
- Date added
- 2026-03-22 21:43 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-22 21:43 UTC
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