Worse to come as flu bug is headed this way

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Worse to come as flu bug is headed this way

Saturday, July 07, 2012 • Mark Peters

DOCTORS and pharmacists have had to deal with the usual blitz of winter-related illnesses but the worst is yet to come, say Gisborne medical centres and pharmacies.

Kaiti Medical Centre chief executive Ingrid Collins says the influenza bug, reportedly on the rise in Canterbury and Rotorua, is not expected to arrive until next month.

“We’re busy but I wouldn’t say what we’re seeing is flu. This is the normal build-up,” she said. “Flu usually comes through from about mid-July to August. It usually gets worse more towards mid-August.

“The flu vaccine uptake has been really good.”

Dr Fergus Aitcheson says the low number of patients presenting with flu probably reflects the vaccination rates.

“We are seeing other winter germs at the moment. Influenza is the one that puts people in bed.”

Shivnan’s Pharmacy also reports normal numbers of people seeking relief for coughs and colds.

Dr Aitcheson recommends hot lemon and honey drinks, and paracetamol for the treatment of colds.

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