'Worst cold ever' spreads across UK – are your symptoms caused by a cold or flu?

Cold symptoms usually include a runny nose, sneezing, a scratchy sore throat, aches and pains, headaches, and even a blocked nose.

The symptoms are usually more severe if you’ve got the flu, but you could also develop a high fever and feel unusually sweaty or shivery.

Most people don’t need to see a doctor if they’ve got the flu – just make sure to get plenty of rest and drink lots of fluids.

But, you should consider speaking to a GP if you’re over 65, you’re pregnant, or have an underlying medical condition.