Got the FLU but can't reach your doctor? Here's ALL you need to know | Mail Online

Nearly all of those who died from the flu had not been immunised

Severe cases of flu are crippling the NHS with an estimated 800 intensive care beds being occupied by sufferers.

Chances are that you or a member of your family have suffered from it, or will do, but you may feel frustrated if you cannot get through to your doctor and need guidance.

Here are all the facts you need to know, starting with the latest statistics from the Health Protection Agency, the national disease surveillance organisation.

• The highest rates of flu have been among those aged one to four.

• The second-highest rates are among those aged between 15 and 44.

• Most fatalities have been aged between five and 65.

• More than a third of deaths have not been in high-risk groups.

• Nearlyall of those who died had not been immunised. Here we guide you throughthe different types of flu, how to avoid it, and how to deal with the symptoms if you do catch it.

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