Alert/ Increase in seasonal flu cases, no cases of Covid-19 detected

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Extract from the article: The Togolese Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene has officially announced a significant increase in seasonal flu cases in several parts of the country. According to analyses, this is a seasonal outbreak unrelated to Covid-19.

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The Togolese Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene has officially announced a significant increase in seasonal flu cases in several parts of the country. According to analyses, this is a seasonal outbreak unrelated to Covid-19.

According to a statement released on October 8, 2025, the national disease surveillance system has identified outbreaks of influenza. The ministry quickly reassured the population, stating that analyses conducted by the National Influenza Center of the National Institute of Hygiene have confirmed that this outbreak is due to seasonal influenza viruses. No positive cases of Covid-19 were detected, confirming that this is a typical seasonal spread of common influenza viruses.

Understanding seasonal flu virus

The press release states that influenza is a highly contagious acute respiratory infection caused by viruses. The disease spreads easily through droplets projected when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Transmission also occurs through direct contact, such as a handshake, or indirect contact by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus.

Common signs include fever, chills, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, sore throat, and sometimes a runny nose. The ministry emphasized that, in most cases, influenza is an easily treatable disease.

Official prevention guidelines

In order to slow the spread of the seasonal flu virus, the Minister of Health, Professor Tchin Darre, strongly recommends the immediate adoption of preventive measures. These essential practices include regular hand washing with soap and water, wearing a mask in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces, and maintaining physical distancing, especially if symptoms are present.

These simple but effective actions are the first line of defense in protecting yourself and the community from infection.

Call for rapid response and enhanced health coordination

The Ministry has issued a clear appeal to the population. Anyone with flu-like symptoms is strongly encouraged to seek prompt medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment.

At the same time, a strengthened coordination mechanism has been activated with health facilities across the country to ensure effective case management and maintain a robust health response. The Minister of Health is counting on full compliance with these preventive measures and collective mobilization to limit the spread of the virus.

Elom AKAKPO