Dr. Raj Arora, an NHS GP and health educator, discusses the alarming rise of the mutated H3N2 flu strain, differentiating severe symptoms from a common cold. He emphasizes urgent vaccination to protect against this 'super flu' before Christmas. Thomas Moore, a science correspondent, dives into hospitalization statistics, comparing flu transmission dynamics to COVID-19. Both guests highlight the importance of public health measures and the challenges the NHS faces amid potential doctors' strikes, urging listeners to stay informed and proactive about their health.
