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Avoiding the flu this season on Coast Live

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HAMPTON ROADS, Va. - The flu is a very common but potentially serious illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and sometimes the lungs. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic also threatening our health, it is more important than ever to be aware of the flu and its symptoms. Dr. Casey Lefferty joins us to answer questions about how the flu is affecting the population this year and how we can protect ourselves from this virus.

Go to www.cdc.gov to learn more.