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Quiz: Prepared for the cold and flu season? Check out your symptoms and how to combat them

Get ready for the winter season with this cold and flu quiz.

THERE IS SO much to enjoy about winter, from the Christmas festivities to the sparkling lights that decorate streets and neighbourhoods across Ireland.

One of the few downsides is the inevitable uptick in cases of cold and flu, which mean we all have to be on our guard — not only for our own sake, but to prevent the spread of illness to vulnerable people.

It’s for that reason that seeking effective treatment as soon as possible is the best course of action both for you and for the people around you. But how much do you know about cold and flu season, and the behaviours that go with it? Using info from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, as well as survey data collected by Coyne Research*, we’ve put together a little quiz to test your cold and flu knowledge.

How ready are you for cold and flu season? Take our quiz find out.

Cold and flu remains one of the most commonly treated illnesses during winter. How many people are expected to catch a flu this winter?
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1 in 2
1 in 3

1 in 4
1 in 5
Of those who end up with a flu, how many will seek treatment?
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50%
60%

70%
80%
Which of these are NOT among the most commonly reported symptoms of cold and flu?
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Cough
Sore throat

Headache
Rash
How quickly to most Irish adults seek a treatment for a cold or flu?
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Within 24 hours
With 48 hours

Within three days
Within a week
How many Irish adults say that they are likely to look for time off work for a cold/flu?
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2/5
3/5

4/5
5/5
True or false: women are less likely than men to visit a pharmacist for cold and flu.
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True
False
Which of these demographics is more likely to take time off work due to cold and flu?
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Boomers
Gen Z
Answer all the questions to see your result!
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You scored out of !
Health savvy
You've got a good grasp on cold and flu season.
Share your result:
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You scored out of !
Not bad
Share your result:

*Consumer research on cold & flu was conducted by Coyne Research for Perrigo in April 2023

Coming down with a cold or flu? Always ask your pharmacist for advice.

Solpa Cold & Flu Multi-Relief Max Powder for Oral Solution to relieve all the symptoms of colds and flu and the pain and congestion of sinusitis, including aches and pains, headache, blocked nose and sore throat, chills and feverishness (high temperature). The only max strength, triple active formulation available, suitable for adults, the elderly and children aged 16 years and over. Always read the leaflet.

For more information about cold and flu, visit Boots.

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