For those showing symptoms of a respiratory infection, the UKHSA also advises staying at home and avoiding contact with others until you no longer feel unwell An unwelcome return (Image: Getty Images)

Brits have been urged to wear masks again as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) releases updated guidance to help people stay safe this flu season. Flu season began earlier than usual this year, raising concerns due to the emergence of a drifted influenza A(H3N2) strain.

The UKHSA strongly recommends getting the flu jab, noting early data suggests it offers good protection against hospitalisation for both children and adults. And it comes days after Spain issued the same guidance regarding wearing masks .

But the agency has also shared a series of measures to reduce the risk o

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