UAE: Two weeks is average recovery time for residents this flu season, say doctors

UAE: Two weeks is average recovery time for residents this flu season, say doctors

Healthcare professionals urge people to drink plenty of fluids, ensure good nutrition, and rest properly to recover faster

Published: Fri 25 Nov 2022, 4:23 PM Last updated: Fri 25 Nov 2022, 4:43 PM

Doctors in the UAE are witnessing longer periods of recovery for residents contracting viral infections during this flu season. In some cases, it may even take up to two week to get complete relief from illnesses are caused by influenza A, B and rhino viruses.

Dr Sara George, Family Medicine Practitioner, Burjeel MHPC, Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi says, “The viral strain this year has been pretty strong, thus causing a more prolonged recovery. This is also causing cough and tiredness to last in patients for a prolonged time.

“After a person contracts a viral illness, two weeks is the average time taken for a full recovery. It is normal to feel weak and tired while your body recovers from the infection. People should try to get flu vaccinations by the end of October. It’s best to be vaccinated before the flu spreads in your community."

“Largely, people are experiencing high-grade, sore throat, running nose, cough, headache, body aches and fatigue. In our experience, we are seeing that affected patients generally recover in