Andorra Respiratory Infections Drop to 139.83 per 100,000 as Flu Halves

Incidence of respiratory infections in Andorra has continued to decline, reaching 139.83 cases per 100,000 inhabitants for the week of 23 February to 1 March, down from 146.88 the previous week.

Health authorities reported a particularly sharp drop in influenza cases, which fell to 8.03 per 100,000 inhabitants—nearly halving from 13.77 recorded earlier. The 15-24 age group remains the most affected by flu.

Children under five continue to bear the brunt of overall respiratory illnesses, though positive samples show a shift in viral patterns. Of tests conducted last week, 9.38% came back positive. Nearly half of those—44.44%—were attributed to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which health officials say is keeping respiratory disease rates relatively elevated.

Other viruses detected included adenovirus and metapneumovirus at 20% of positives, with rhinovirus or enterovirus making up 10%.

Data from the Health department indicate the respiratory virus season is winding down gradually, even as RSV persists at higher levels.