CNA938 Rewind - Influenza cases rising in Singapore: What’s driving the spike?

Influenza cases are on the rise in Singapore, but what is behind the increase and who is most at risk? Dr Lee Yanqing weighs in on the latest flu trends, how to tell influenza from a common cold, whether haze could play a role, and the warning signs that may require medical attention.

According to Dr Lee, unlike a cold, influenza often strikes suddenly with high fever and body aches. He urges members of the public to seek care early as antivirals work best within the first 48 hours and reminds everyone to talk to their doctors about keeping up to date with their influenza vaccinations.

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