WATCH: NSW has been declared Australia's cold and flu capital, with Tamworth identified as a hot spot. Watch to the end for advice from a local GP. Video by Jonathan Hawes
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00:00 What does a blocked nose and the Opera House have in common?
00:03 They're both big news in New South Wales.
00:06 New South Wales has been identified as the nation's cold and flu capital this year.
00:12 Get ready for a sharp incline in nasal congestion and fever
00:16 which will rain down towards the end of the school holidays.
00:19 Data predicts one in six households will experience cold and flu symptoms between March and June.
00:26 With Newcastle, Tamworth and Hurstville identified as cold and flu zones.
00:32 Many of people are eligible for the free vaccine which is very good
00:37 and they should discuss about it with their GPs and arrange for this vaccination as soon as possible.
00:44 Washing hands is another one.
00:46 Make sure that when you touch any contaminated area or surface
00:52 avoid touching your face, nose, eyes and wash your hands.
00:57 On the other hand, if you have any flu symptoms, stay at home.
01:01 I just wanted to mention one important thing.
01:04 I forgot to mention about the free vaccine.
01:07 Any pregnant women in any stage of pregnancy, make sure that have the flu vaccine this year.
01:16 It's a totally safe vaccine during pregnancy and it doesn't matter at which age of pregnancy.
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