With flu cases rising across the UK, particularly among school-aged children, many parents are concerned about persistent coughs and winter illnesses. Dr Dominic Greenyer, GP and Medical Director at The Health Suite Leicester, was recently featured in online news portals, sharing expert guidance on how to recognise when a child’s symptoms may require medical attention.
The article focused on reports of flu affecting children aged five to fourteen more severely this season, often presenting with lingering coughs that can be difficult for parents to interpret. Dr Greenyer explained how to differentiate between common viral coughs and symptoms that may signal an underlying issue.
Excerpt from Dr Greenyer’s comments:
“Coughs are extremely common in children during winter and are usually part of a normal viral illness. However, parents should be alert to coughs that persist beyond the usual recovery period or are associated with breathing difficulties, wheezing, or repeated infections. These signs may indicate the need for further assessment.”
Symptoms parents should be particularly mindful of:
- A cough lasting longer than three weeks
- Coughs that worsen at night or disrupt sleep
- Breathlessness, wheezing, or rapid breathing
- Recurrent chest infections
- Poor recovery between illnesses
Dr Greenyer also emphasised the importance of parental instinct, advising that any symptoms that feel unusual or concerning for a child should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Why The Health Suite is sharing this coverage
Dr Greenyer’s feature reflects The Health Suite Leicester’s commitment to evidence-based paediatric care and clear, practical guidance for families. Sharing this coverage helps parents feel confident in recognising when winter symptoms are part of a normal illness — and when it’s important to seek medical advice.
Read the complete article in The NorthWalesLive.