HPA Urges Vigilance as Influenza and Colds Spread at Higher Rate

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has asked the public to be vigilant as influenza and colds are spreading at a higher rate at this time. In a post on social media yesterday, the HPA said the number of reported cases of influenza and colds is higher at present. The agency therefore requested that people wash their hands frequently with soap to protect against these diseases. According to the HPA, symptoms of influenza include a blocked nose, runny nose, sore throat, fever, body aches and fatigue. The HPA has advised seeking a doctor's advice if the cold does not improve and lasts more than three days.