Flu cases are rising - help stop the spread

9 December 2025

If you have symptoms of flu: coughing, sneezing or fever - help stop the spread. 

Stay home if you can and wear a mask if you go out.

Look after yourself, rest, keep warm take paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower your temperature and treat aches and pains. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. 

If you need medical help or advice use NHS 111 online or over the phone from home. 

Please do not travel to our hospitals or emergency services. 

Make sure you get your vaccination if you are in one of the groups who are eligible:

  • over 65
  • children aged 2-3 all school age children
  • people with health conditions
  • and those who are pregnant 

For more information visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu

 

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