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Flu cases in Scotland are likely to rise further in the coming weeks after the recent sharp increase, the Health Secretary has said. ‌

Neil Gray said the west of Scotland and Grampian regions are currently among the worst affected by flu cases, though the impact will likely be felt around the country. ‌

The latest data showed flu cases have more than doubled in a week, with hospital admissions rising 70%. ‌

The uptick in cases has taken place at an earlier time than in previous flu seasons .

On BBC Scotland’s Sunday Show, Mr Gray stressed the importance of flu vaccines , saying more than 1.5 million people have received their jabs so far. ‌

He said: “We are seeing a different geographic spread – Greater Glasgow and Clyde, North Lanarkshire, Ayrsh

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