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Flu or just a common cold? Here's how to tell the difference

They are both respiratory illnesses, but are caused by different viruses

Covered by 2 sources from United Kingdom. First reported by Daily Mail ·

How 2 newspapers cover this story

  1. Daily MailUnited KingdomFirst report

    Got a cold while using slimming jabs? Steer clear of common flu meds, pharmacist warns, due to risk of potentially fatal side effects - here's what to take instead

    Cold and flu season is making an unwelcome return. And for the 1.6million UK adults taking weight-loss injections, experts warn some common remedies could make side effects worse.

  2. The IndependentUnited Kingdom

    Flu or just a common cold? Here's how to tell the difference

    They are both respiratory illnesses, but are caused by different viruses

    · Is it the flu or just a common cold? Here's how to tell the difference

Coverage details

2 outlets from United Kingdom are covering this story: Daily Mail and The Independent. Daily Mail published it first, on November 8, 2026; the last outlet to join was The Independent, 28 hours later.

In total 3 articles have been published, because some outlets updated the story several times.

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