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Pneumonia Outbreak Closes Kaliningrad Schools

A pneumonia outbreak forces the closure of School No. 46 and Lyceum No. 17 in Kaliningrad, Russia.

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School No. 46Lyceum No. 17Regional Rospotrebnadzor

How long will the school be closed?: The duration of the closure will depend on the incubation period of the pneumonia, ranging from 10 days to three weeks. Daily medical monitoring is being provided for students who have been in contact with those infected.
Are there any other schools affected by similar outbreaks?: Besides School No. 46, Lyceum No. 17 in Kaliningrad also experienced a temporary closure due to community-acquired pneumonia in October. The exact number of students affected across both schools remains unreported.
What measures are being taken to prevent the spread of illness?: The closure is a precautionary measure to prevent further spread of the illness. The school is undergoing disinfection and students will be screened upon their return.
What is the reason for the closure of School No. 46 in Kaliningrad?: School No. 46 in Kaliningrad, Russia, has been closed due to multiple cases of community-acquired pneumonia. All three school buildings, including a new one opened in September, are affected.
What are the recommended preventive measures against community-acquired pneumonia?: Preventive measures against community-acquired pneumonia include frequent handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, staying home when sick, increased ventilation, flu and pneumococcal vaccinations, and avoiding contact with infected individuals.

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