Sometimes, you can treat yourself at home.

Sometimes, you can treat yourself at home.

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Flu-like symptoms and gastroenteritis

Flu-like symptoms and gastroenteritis

Self-care advice for treating flu, COVID-19, RSV infections and gastroenteritis symptoms in children and adults.

Viruses and symptoms

Flu (influenza)

Find out about symptoms, in children and adults and know when to see a doctor.

COVID-19

Learn about the symptoms, transmission and treatment of COVID-19.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections

Learn about the symptoms, transmission and treatment of RSV infections.

Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

Learn about the symptoms of gastro in children and adults and know when to consult a doctor.

Recognize and treat symptoms

Self-care guide for infectious respiratory disease

Most people infected with a respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza, COVID-19 or RSV infection can practise self-care at home.

Fever in children

Recognizing fever in children, knowing what to do in case of fever and when to consult a doctor.

Recognizing the signs of dehydration

Recognizing the signs of mild, moderate or severe dehydration

Hydrating and rehydrating when you have gastroenteritis

See how to prevent dehydration and promote recovery.

Foods to eat when you have gastroenteritis

It is important to eat as normally as possible. Find out about foods to eat and foods to avoid.

Differences between a cold and the flu

Colds are more common and less intense than the flu. Here is a list of symptoms that will help you tell the difference.

Last update: August 8, 2024