(Bandar Seri Begawan, 22nd) The Brunei Ministry of Health has issued a statement noting that, in view of the increase in flu cases in neighboring countries, the Ministry would like to update the public on the current flu situation in Brunei.
The flu is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza A or B viruses, mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets (such as phlegm, saliva, or nasal mucus) released when an infected person sneezes, coughs, speaks, or breathes, and may also be contracted via contact with contaminated surfaces.
Influenza usually causes mild symptoms, including fever, runny nose, sore throat, or cough, but it can lead to serious infection in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Treatment is primarily supportive, though antiviral medications may be used when necessary.
Globally, the rate of influenza virus infection remains low. The infection patterns are in line with expected seasonal trends.
Brunei has not seen a significant increase in flu cases this year. From January to October 15, 2025, a total of 207 flu cases were confirmed, compared to 259 during the same period in 2024. Of this year's cases, 19% were children under the age of 12. To date, there have been no reports of cluster cases or deaths.
According to Ministry of Health flu surveillance data, the main flu virus type detected this year is Influenza A H1N1 (accounting for 61%), followed by Influenza A H3 (20%), and Influenza B (11%).
The Ministry of Health recommends the public take the following preventive measures: maintain good personal hygiene; wash hands frequently with soap and water or hand sanitizer (especially before handling food, before eating, after using the toilet, or after coughing or sneezing); practice good cough and sneeze etiquette, and if you have respiratory infection symptoms, especially in enclosed or crowded places, wear a mask; cover your mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, and immediately dispose of the tissue in a trash bin; avoid close contact with others if you are sick, unwell, or experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath; seek medical attention promptly if symptoms persist or worsen; maintain a healthy lifestyle; ensure timely influenza vaccination, especially for those at high risk of severe flu.
The Ministry is actively monitoring the flu situation in Brunei and is in close contact with regional and global partners to stay updated. At the same time, multiple measures are being taken to ensure the readiness of healthcare services.
The Ministry of Health will regularly update the public with the latest progress on the outbreak. The public can obtain up-to-date information via the Ministry's official website www.moh.gov.bn, by following the official social media account @mohbrunei, or by calling the health consultation hotline 148 at any time.
The flu is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza A or B viruses, mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets (such as phlegm, saliva, or nasal mucus) released when an infected person sneezes, coughs, speaks, or breathes, and may also be contracted via contact with contaminated surfaces.
Influenza usually causes mild symptoms, including fever, runny nose, sore throat, or cough, but it can lead to serious infection in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Treatment is primarily supportive, though antiviral medications may be used when necessary.
Globally, the rate of influenza virus infection remains low. The infection patterns are in line with expected seasonal trends.
Brunei has not seen a significant increase in flu cases this year. From January to October 15, 2025, a total of 207 flu cases were confirmed, compared to 259 during the same period in 2024. Of this year's cases, 19% were children under the age of 12. To date, there have been no reports of cluster cases or deaths.
According to Ministry of Health flu surveillance data, the main flu virus type detected this year is Influenza A H1N1 (accounting for 61%), followed by Influenza A H3 (20%), and Influenza B (11%).
The Ministry of Health recommends the public take the following preventive measures: maintain good personal hygiene; wash hands frequently with soap and water or hand sanitizer (especially before handling food, before eating, after using the toilet, or after coughing or sneezing); practice good cough and sneeze etiquette, and if you have respiratory infection symptoms, especially in enclosed or crowded places, wear a mask; cover your mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, and immediately dispose of the tissue in a trash bin; avoid close contact with others if you are sick, unwell, or experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath; seek medical attention promptly if symptoms persist or worsen; maintain a healthy lifestyle; ensure timely influenza vaccination, especially for those at high risk of severe flu.
The Ministry is actively monitoring the flu situation in Brunei and is in close contact with regional and global partners to stay updated. At the same time, multiple measures are being taken to ensure the readiness of healthcare services.
The Ministry of Health will regularly update the public with the latest progress on the outbreak. The public can obtain up-to-date information via the Ministry's official website www.moh.gov.bn, by following the official social media account @mohbrunei, or by calling the health consultation hotline 148 at any time.