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  On the question of the flu variant H3N2 (currently known as Aussie Flu) then this is absolutely real and I know a number of people in Dover who have had or are currently struggling with it. I can categorically say that despite getting hit with it myself I am glad I had a flu jab a couple of months ago as I have suffered considerably less than friends who did not have one.
  
  I would add that unless you are in a high risk group (over 65 or pregnant or a young child or have underlying health issues e,g breathing or heart issues) the best treatment is to stay at home, drink lots of fluids and take paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease muscle aches and reduce temperatures.
  
  The current advice from the NHS is
  If you develop sudden chest pain, have difficulty breathing or start coughing up blood, call 999 or go to A&E.
  
  See your GP if:
  
  your symptoms don't improve after seven days
  you're worried about your child's symptoms
  you're 65 or over
  you're pregnant
  you have a long-term medical condition such as diabetes, or heart or lung disease
  you have a weakened immune system (for example, you take HIV therapy or are on chemotherapy)

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