The Seasonal Mystery Illness is disturbing people in the UK.

The first time I noticed that I was coughing and had a blocked nose was after I visited Glasgow Winter Market. I do not like cold and crowded places, but I did not want to let down an invitation, so I went, and now I am sick with the flu and coughs that worsen when I lay down to sleep.

Many people in the UK are suffering from a terrible illness during this holiday season. After their work Christmas parties, some people have said they felt completely exhausted.

Along with other bugs, a diverse range of cold and flu viruses, as well as COVID variants, are currently in circulation. While it is not unusual for a multitude of viruses to be prevalent during this season, a significant proportion of individuals have reported experiencing severe illness.

The question is, what exactly is the root cause of this widespread illness?

A variety of distinct viruses and other respiratory infections are striking us around the same time as what many may believe to be a single winter cold that is wreaking havoc on a sizable section of the populace. Our bodies might not be prepared for these bugs after months of little to no social interaction.

Thus, if you get a cold or the flu this winter, you might feel a little worse than you would have before 2020. However, keep in mind that it can be difficult to diagnose yourself without testing because cold air can impair our noses' ability to fight off viruses.

Nobody enjoys being sick, especially right before Christmas, but some people might not want to miss out on enjoyable holiday activities. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, open windows to let fresh air into rooms, and discard used tissues.

Staying indoors until you feel better or wearing a mask if you must go outside is the best way to stop spreading the illness to others if you are already sick.