07/07/2025
It is important to know what to do when you or your child are sick and how to avoid spreading the virus to others.
Top stop the spread:
✋ wash your hands regularly
🏠 stay home if you're sick
🤧 cover your coughs and sneezes
😷 maintain physical distance from others, and wear a mask if you can't
🧽 clean frequently touched surfaces regularly
🦠 get your free flu immunisation if eligible.
Achoo, is it a cold or the flu (influenza)? 🤧
While they are both caused by viruses, the flu tends to come on suddenly and can be more severe than a common cold. Children are more likely to develop serious illness, so it’s important to know the signs and take action early.
While no virus is pleasant to catch, it’s important to know what to do when you or your child are sick and how to avoid spreading the virus to others.
Top stop the spread:
✋ wash your hands regularly
🏠 stay home if you're sick
🤧 cover your coughs and sneezes
😷 maintain physical distance from others, and wear a mask if you can't
🧽 clean frequently touched surfaces regularly
🦠 get your free flu immunisation if eligible.
If you have any of these symptoms and are concerned, contact your GP, or call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) for further advice.
