Australians are being warned to brace for a “triple virus surge” this winter, as COVID-19, influenza, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) begin to circulate widely across the country.
Health authorities say the best protection is vaccination — and the time to act is now.
“We’re dealing with an early wave of significantly infectious viral diseases,” said Professor Paul Griffin, infectious diseases expert, on Wednesday.
“When one person brings something home, it can sweep through the whole household in days.”
Flu Cases Soaring Nationwide
There have been over 80,000 confirmed influenza cases in Australia so far in 2025 — a more than 50% increase compared to the same time last year.
