Flu and COVID‑19 cases decline in Kyiv; most patients are children
In the 49th week of 2025, 9,782 cases of influenza and acute respiratory viral infections were recorded in the capital — 1.8% fewer. The COVID-19 rate fell by 29.3%. More than 60% of those ill were children; three fatal cases were recorded.
By Tetiana Suchkova-Ladik
December 8, 2025 · 1 min read
In the 49th week of 2025, Kyiv recorded 9,782 cases of influenza and acute respiratory infections (ARIs), which is 1.8% fewer compared with the previous week. At the same time, a significant decrease in COVID-19 incidence was noted.
9,782 new cases of influenza and ARIs, including COVID-19
– State Institution "Kyiv City Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Ministry of Health"
Age distribution of cases
Children account for the majority of cases: 6,020 cases, or 61.5% of the total. Adults accounted for 3,762 cases. Among schoolchildren, 3,613 cases of upper respiratory tract infections were recorded.
COVID-19 indicators
The number of COVID-19 cases decreased by 29.3%. During the week, 41 infected individuals were confirmed, of whom four were children under 17 years old.
COVID-19 incidence decreased by 29.3%. A total of 41 people fell ill, including 4 children under 17 years old
– State Institution "Kyiv City Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Ministry of Health"
Hospitalizations and fatalities
Medical facilities hospitalized 151 patients with influenza and ARIs, including 123 children. Among patients with confirmed COVID-19, 20 people were hospitalized, including one child. Six adult COVID-19 patients were in intensive care and resuscitation units.
Three fatal cases from complications of COVID-19 were registered during the week
– Kyiv City State Administration
These figures reflect the weekly dynamics of disease incidence in the capital and the burden on the healthcare system.
