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Public Health Isle of Man warns of potential for 'significant' flu season

Flu levels on the island are still within the normal range, but a Public Health consultant says there are indications they could rise.

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Manx Wire · https://manxwire.im/news/2026-10-25-public-health-isle-of-man-warns-of-potential-for-significant-flu/

A double-decker bus on a narrow road through open, green and brown hills near Cregneash, with the sea behind.
A Douglas-bound bus on the road from the Sound near Cregneash. Photo: David Long, CC BY-SA 2.0

Public Health Isle of Man has said the island could face a “significant” flu season this year, Manx Radio reported.

The warning follows concern in the UK, where there have been “ominous” signs that flu is arriving early. The summer’s heatwaves have also been linked to the prospect of a tougher winter, according to Manx Radio.

For now, flu cases on the island remain at levels regarded as normal for the time of year, the broadcaster said.

Dr Ross Keat, a consultant with Public Health Isle of Man, told Manx Radio that there were nonetheless indications the picture could deteriorate.

Manx Radio said the NHS website offers advice and guidance for people who have flu-like symptoms, or whose relatives do.

  • Public Health
  • Flu
  • Health
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