The arrival of winter brings with it a host of seasonal ailments, making it imperative to focus on our general health and wellness. The most common culprits over this season are colds and flu, which are highly contagious, and spread rapidly in schools, workplaces, and public transport systems. The symptoms range from mild sniffles and coughs to severe fever, body aches, and respiratory issues.

. With the arrival of winter in South Africa, the likelihood of catching colds and ‘flu’ significantly increases. Dr Masemola, a family GP based at The Square Shopping Centre, Sunninghill, shares his expert advice on dodging this seasonal bullet: