SUVA, March 15 (Xinhua) -- Fijians have been advised to be more cautious and protect themselves from a viral flu going around.

According to a government release on Friday, the Fijian government advised people to adhere to the health advisories and practice safe and healthy habits to protect themselves from contracting the flu and present themselves to the nearest health facilities should they develop any complications.

Medical superintendent at the Labasa Hospital Jaoji Vulibeci confirmed on Friday that with rising number of cases, the hospital has embraced itself with the necessary drugs and other amenities to assist patients.

Meanwhile the Fijian Health Ministry has urged Fijians to take utmost care of their health and their families if they possess such symptoms and to drink a lot of clean water, paracetamol, take adequate rest and sufficient nutrition.

Flu symptoms include fever, joint pains, headache and weakness.