What is seasonal flu?
Seasonal flu usually occurs during winter months. It is more serious than a cold and the symptoms are high temperatures, headaches and muscle pains.
People with chronic conditions (e.g. asthma) and older people are most at risk of developing complications if they catch flu. This is why the seasonal flu vaccine is recommended to these groups within the community.
What is pandemic flu?
Unlike seasonal flu, pandemic influenza can affect anyone, and is one of the most severe natural challenges likely to affect the UK.
By being prepared and working with health organisations, local councils, local businesses, and voluntary organisations; communities can be as resilient as possible.
What you can do
Take some practical steps to keeping warm in cold weather by using these resources from the UK Health Security Agency and NHS Dorset: