Cold and flu can cause debilitating symptoms. But when is the right time to see your GP?
Learn more here about when to seek help and when to stay home.
Cold and flu: When to seek medical help
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Your guide to cold and flu season
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Book in with a qualified doctors online from anywhere in Australia with Blua, Bupa’s digital health platform.
Both members and non-members can request consultations via the Blua app.
Get chemist delivery
Bupa health insurance members can have prescriptions filled by local chemists and get them delivered to their door by registered couriers.
You can also order over-the-counter goods.
Delivery address must be within 8km of a participating pharmacy.
Cold and flu fighting foods
Chicken zoodle soup
Nothing says ‘comfort food’ like a steaming bowl of chicken soup in winter. This soup is light but hearty, and packed with traditional veggies and herbs.
Italian winter minestrone
Our recipe for mid-winter minestrone is filled with fragrant herbs and plenty of tomatoes and veggies, all soaked up by your favourite pasta.
French-style vegetable and lentil soup
Warm the heart with this scrumptious recipe for French-style lentil soup.
Lentil bolognaise
Whether you’re looking for a cheaper dinner option or just trying to get more protein and fibre into your diet, try this rich and hearty lentil bolognaise.