Brits are being urged to brace themselves for a 'tripledemic' of Covid, flu, and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). And people, especially those who are clinically more vulnerable, to get vaccinated against them.
Health experts are expecting an uptick in cases of all three viruses this winter. According to data from UKHSA, the previous two winters witnessed sky-high figures, with at least 18,000 flu-related deaths and more than 19,500 covid-19 fatalities.
December and January are peak flu months, and starting adult vaccinations by October is key to protecting vulnerable groups when indoor gatherings fuel virus transmission. READ MORE: Health bosses issue update on XEC Covid variant amid warning of winter 'tripledemic' There are 2.8 million eligible for the Covid jab and 4.2 million due flu shots, and the NHS is battling to fend off the 'tripledemic' threat this winter.
Everyone entitled can now book flu and Covid shots as officials push to relieve NHS pressure before freezing temperatures take hold, reports Surrey Live.