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Experts warn Australia faces another early flu season

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Experts say getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself against influenza. Source: Moment RF / d3sign/Getty Images

Despite a significant uptick in flu cases this year already, new research shows that people in Australia are not too concerned about catching the virus. With thousands of cases already recorded so far in 2023, and an earlier influenza season likely, experts are advising Australians to start preparing now.


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By Sam Dover

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Despite a significant uptick in flu cases this year already, new research shows that people in Australia are not too concerned about catching the virus. With thousands of cases already recorded so far in 2023, and an earlier influenza season likely, experts are advising Australians to start preparing now.


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