The RSV, flu and Covid viruses are doing the rounds
The term ‘tripledemic’ has dominated headlines this week as the NHS begins its COVID-19 and flu vaccine roll-out for vulnerable adults.
But what is a ‘tripledemic’? And how can we protect ourselves against the nasty winter viruses that are doing the rounds? Do RSV, flu and COVID-19 have similar symptoms? “RSV, flu, and COVID-19 share many overlapping symptoms like fever, cough, runny nose, and fatigue, which can make it difficult to tell the difference between them,” notes Tang.“COVID-19 may lead to a loss of taste or smell and more frequent breathing difficulties,” highlights Tang. “RSV often causes wheezing and is more likely to affect infants, while the flu tends to hit quickly with sudden fever and body aches.
Who is most at risk? “The people most vulnerable to severe illness from a tripledemic include young children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, or weakened immune systems,” says Tang. How can you protect yourself from this? You can protect yourself by keeping up to date with available vaccines.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Ziresovir reduces signs, symptoms of bronchiolitis in babies with RSVFor infants and young children hospitalized with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection, ziresovir reduces signs and symptoms of bronchiolitis, according to a study published in the Sept. 26 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
Read more »
Vaccine push amid Fears of a 'tripledemic' of Covid, flu, and RSVWinter 2024 could see a 'tripledemic' which could overwhelm the UK, so the NHS is urging those eligible for Covid and flu jabs to get vaccinated.
Read more »
Millions urged to book new jab that prevents killer lung infection today or risk deathWhat is RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) or bronchiolitis?
Read more »
Older people should take a new vaccine to protect them against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)Older people should take a new vaccine to protect them against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), according to new research from the University of Aberdeen and the MRC-University of Glasgow Center for Virus Research.
Read more »
Vaccinate NOW to avoid ‘tripledemic’ of viruses, warn NHS chiefs as millions offered new jabWhat is RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) or bronchiolitis?
Read more »
COVID-19, flu and RSV shots: Q&A with a pharmacistVaccinations have become a traditional part of flu season with the influenza vaccine revised most years to protect from new strains of the illness.
Read more »