Winter illness

Advice about common winter illnesses and how you can help your symptoms at home

If you have symptoms of a respiratory infection, try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people. If you do need to leave home, wear a well-fitting face covering.

Learn about common cold symptoms and treatments

Learn about the causes and treatments of coughing and when to see your GP

Symptoms of coronavirus, how to look after yourself at home and when to get help

Learn about fever in adults, and its causes and treatments

Learn about fever in children and its causes

Learn about flu symptoms and treatments

Advice for people of all ages with the symptoms of cold or flu

Learn about sore throat causes and treatments