Experts are warning people to get ready for the upcoming flu season. A severe flu epidemic occurred last winter, with doctors' visits for flu-like illnesses reaching high levels. This epidemic was caused by a highly mutated flu variant.

Vaccines have been updated to protect against this strain and are being rolled out. People may be wondering what the coming months will bring.

Further information is available about what to expect during the flu season and how to prepare. Respiratory viruses are starting to increase, and seasonal influenza activity is being closely monitored.