How to survive freshers’ flu

It’s struck down even the most enthusiastic freshers over the years, but fear not – we can inform you that you can and will survive this terrible disease.

Freshers’ flu (FF)has become something of a rite of passage for us, so we’ve drawn up a survival guide to help you make it through to last orders because there is nothing worse than being in bed as your flat mates make a beeline for Revs.

Don’t neck anyone

The best way to survive freshers’ flu is prevention. So it goes without saying that exchanging saliva via a good neck on or sharing drinks is not advised. The fit girl with a sexy, husky voice? She’s got a chest infection, and she wants to give it to you.

All the necessities

Be prepared

So you’ve been washing your hands and staying away from any kissing action, but it’s still quite likely FF will be paying 90 per cent of us a visit this term. Have your essential Freshers’ first aid kit at the ready including Lemsip, paracetamol, a cold flannel and Netflix. You’ll actually get to pull out the Kleenex for their intended use. Congratulations.

Water is your friend, not your enemy

Hydrate yourself

Don’t underestimate the power of good quality H20. Necking a glass of this bad boy after a heavy night out will help you flush out the germs threatening to ruin your whole freshers’ week, and potentially your life.

Go outside

The tube of Berocca mummy bought will not see you through 10 days of pure recklessness. The best way to get your vits for a speedy recovery is to eat your greens and venture outside once in a while for some Vitamin D – don’t be tempted to see out the hangover in your room

How you will spend 50 per cent of your time in first year

Napping

Get yourself into a routine of afternoon napping- a past time enjoyed by freshers and third years alike. It’ll help you recover quickly.

Download Skype

Every sick fresher needs a support network and let’s face it, FF is gonna have you phoning home like ET on a bad day. What’s more, your flat mates aren’t going to want to be in the same room as you for too long.

Fun sponge

Grow a pair

Don’t let the flu get the better of you. Top up on the painkillers and have some fun, those sambuca shots aren’t going to drink themselves.