A pharmacist warns of a potential 'quad-demic' of winter illnesses, urging Brits to prepare for flu, COVID-19, RSV, and norovirus. He emphasizes the seriousness of these illnesses, particularly for the elderly and vulnerable, and recommends seeking prompt treatment.
A pharmacist has warned Brits face a ‘quad-demic’ of winter bugs as bitter arctic winds brought snow and ice to the UK this week. George Sandhu, deputy superintendent of Well Pharmacy, is urging Brits to be on guard against flu, covid, RSV and norovirus as large parts of the nation remain under weather alert today. The ‘Big Four’ are far more serious than the common cold and potentially life-threatening to elderly and vulnerable patients.
Mr Sandhu urges all Brits to be on the lookout for the early signs and symptoms of each illness so they can seek the correct treatment as soon as possible. It comes after the NHS warns Brits not to go outside in the early morning or after dark in the snow. Medics have also advised the old and vulnerable Brits to stock up on medicines. Well Pharmacy’s Deputy Superintendent George Sandhu said: “Viruses thrive in these cold conditions. It is essential Brits are prepared for what could be a nasty few days or weeks if they succumb to one of the big fours bugs this winter. “While the flu will last for up to two weeks and norovirus might only last for a couple of days it is very important to ensure you’re regularly hydrated. It’s also important to have medications on hand to help ease your symptoms - these include ibuprofen and paracetamol, which can help keep you comfortable while you get over the bug.” Mr Sandhu has explained the difference in each of the four quad-demic bugs. Flu The flu can be unpleasant and leave patients bedridden with a variety of symptoms to indicate that they have caught the flu. It is passed from person to person via influenza particles spread through the air when someone infected speaks, coughs or sneezes. The symptoms of the flu can appear very quickly and include one or several of the following: It is important to rest and sleep when suffering with the flu. A pharmacist can sell both paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower your temperature and allow for aches or pains to be treate
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