Where has the deadly ‘Aussie flu’ reached in the UK - and what are the symptoms?

A deadly strain of flu which has ravaged Australia and New Zealand has now hit the UK – with people infected in England, Ireland and Wales.

Ten people are said to have died in Ireland, with a further 73 admitted to hospital with the deadly H3N2 strain.

Cases have now been reported in Wales, Ireland and England, according to reports by health bodies.

More than 100,0000 influenza cases were confirmed in Australia up to the start of September.

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Public Health Wales said that the virus has now been detected in several areas – and urged ‘at risk’ people (primarily those over 65) to get vaccinated.

Public Health England said that nine people have now been admitted to intensive care or high-dependency units with H3N2, according to Metro.

Like all strains of flu, it’s highly contagious, spread by people coughing, sneezing or talking, and sufferers can be contagious for days before and after they show symptoms.

Dr Stewart Findlay, Chief Clinical Officer for NHS Durham Dales, Easington and Sedgefield Clinical Commissioning Group said: ‘If you’re generally fit and healthy you can usually manage the symptoms at home yourself without seeing a doctor.

‘Look after yourself by resting, keeping warm and drinking plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

‘You can also take paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower your temperature and treat any aches and pains.

‘You should start to feel much better within a week or so, but you may feel tired for much longer.’