As the seasons change – and especially at this time of year, as the temperatures fall – we often find the rates of flus, colds and viruses increase around the country.

We want to know how widespread this is, and whether our readers are experiencing the same this year – or if the mild start to 2015 has helped in health terms…

So let us know by voting in our poll, and tell us where you’re from in the comments section!

– Drew Chappell, WeatherWatch.co.nz