Early flu season hits South Africa: Expert urges calm and action

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With South Africa having already entered flu season, a health expert is urging the public not to panic - but to act.

The flu season typically peaks between June and August, but this year it began earlier than usual in March.

According to the National Institute of Communicable Diseases, Influenza A and B are the most common circulating strains.
9 Apr 10AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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