23/11/2025
The flu season has hit more than a month earlier than usual, with cases three times higher than this time last year. This increase has prompted concerns of flu spreading into the wider population in the coming weeks and triggering a “long and drawn-out flu season”.
The flu virus changes every year, so it’s important to get a vaccination each year to ensure your and your family’s protection and to help reduce the spread to others.
Many residents in care homes are especially vulnerable due to general frailty or having several long-term health conditions. We respectfully request that anyone with flu or COVID-19 symptoms - including high temperature, cough and feeling tired or achy - should minimise contact with others, especially those who are vulnerable. This includes avoiding visiting those living in care homes if you are experiencing these symptoms.
When visiting care homes, please ensure that infection prevention control measures are followed, including handwashing on arrival and before leaving the building, and considering wearing a face mask whilst in the care home.
