Surges of the influenza virus are being detected across the UK, with numerous infections stemming from the emerging H3N2 strain - also referred to as subclade k. The latest figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reveal that flu is now spreading at 'medium' levels following heightened activity.

The data shows that influenza positivity rose with a weekly mean positivity rate of 17.1% compared to just 11.6% in the previous week. Additionally, hospital admissions for flu were climbing at 7.79% per 100,000 compared to 4.78% per 100,000 in the preceding week.

Whilst the emerging strain may trigger a range of distressing symptoms for most individuals, certain groups face elevated risks of complications, including youngsters, elderly people, and those with compromised immune systems.

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