Covid-19 and flu
How are they different?
It is hard to know the difference between COVID-19 and flu
Although there are some differences between flu and COVID-19, they also share signs and symptoms. For this reason, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone.
Do you or the person you’re with
have a fever of 37.5°C or more or a history suggestive of fever (night sweats, chills)1
or
an acute respiratory infection (e.g. cough, shortness of breath, sore throat)?1
or
loss of smell or loss of taste?1
If you have any infectious or respiratory symptoms - even mild symptoms - self-isolate, follow your state or territory guidelines about COVID-19 testing and contact your healthcare professional for further advice.
Do you or the person you’re with have
- a headache
- muscle pains
- joint pain
- a runny nose
- nausea
- vomiting or diarrhoea
- fatigue
- loss of appetite
- recent onset blocked nose
Both flu and COVID-19 vaccinations are important
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has stated that COVID-19 and flu vaccines can be given at the same time. Talk to your GP or pharmacist for more information about this.2