The UK Health Security Agency ( UKHSA ) has issued an important message to help Brits avoid the spread of infections. Its alert comes amid rising concerns over an early surge in flu cases and its potential to cause a ' long and drawn out ' winter for the NHS. Regularly washing hands, coughing into a tissue and staying at home when feeling unwell are among the agency's recommendations. The UKHSA also recommended that Brits 'consider wearing a mask' when needing to go out if they feel under the