Flu and COVID-19 surveillance report published
3 January 2025
The latest weekly flu and COVID-19 surveillance report has been published by Public Health England (PHE).
The report shows that:
- The number of people in hospital with flu has increased by 20% in the past week.
- The number of people in hospital with COVID-19 has decreased by 5% in the past week.
- The number of people dying from flu has increased by 10% in the past week.
- The number of people dying from COVID-19 has decreased by 5% in the past week.
The report also shows that:
- The flu vaccine is effective in preventing flu.
- The COVID-19 vaccine is effective in preventing COVID-19.
PHE is urging people to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 to help protect themselves and others.
Dr Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor at PHE, said:
“The flu and COVID-19 viruses are both circulating at high levels in the UK. It is important to get vaccinated against both viruses to help protect yourself and others.
“The flu vaccine is effective in preventing flu. The COVID-19 vaccine is effective in preventing COVID-19.
“If you have not yet been vaccinated, please make an appointment to do so as soon as possible.”
You can find more information on the flu and COVID-19 vaccines on the NHS website.
Symptoms of flu
The symptoms of flu can include:
- a high temperature (fever)
- a cough
- a sore throat
- a headache
- muscle aches
- fatigue (tiredness)
- loss of appetite
Symptoms of COVID-19
The symptoms of COVID-19 can include:
- a high temperature (fever)
- a cough
- shortness of breath
- loss of taste or smell
How to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19
You can get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 at your GP surgery or at a local pharmacy. You can also book an appointment online.
Stay home if you are unwell
If you are experiencing any symptoms of flu or COVID-19, it is important to stay home and avoid contact with others. This will help to prevent the spread of the viruses.
Flu and COVID-19 surveillance report published
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