• Cold & Flu
• October 24, 2025

Noticing red bumps on your skin along with fever, tiredness, or body aches can be unsettling. These symptoms can arise from a range of conditions, from mild viral infections to allergic reactions, medication effects, or more serious inflammatory diseases. Understanding why these symptoms appear together, what they could mean, and when to seek help can make a major difference in …

• Cold & Flu
• October 24, 2025

Each year, during Australia’s flu season, thousands of people experience fever, body aches, fatigue and congestion. Many wonder whether their symptoms are caused by a viral flu or a bacterial infection. While the terms are often used interchangeably, they describe two very different illnesses. The flu (influenza) is always caused by a virus. However, bacterial infections can develop after a …