The UK is currently facing a spike in flu cases; some NHS Trusts have even declared critical incidents due to “exceptionally high demands.”
As a result, some NHS bosses have asked people with non-urgent winter viruses to either self-care or call 111 to reduce the “significant pressure” on the service.
We’ve recently shared the signs you should call NHS 111 or get an urgent GP appointment.
But if you’re wondering how to tell a regular cold from a flu in the first place, the NHS has three simple tips.