With flu season upon us, this is how you can protect yourself

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- December is influenza awareness month and according to the CDC positive flu cases and hospitalizations have increased in just a number of days.

It's flu season, which means a soar throat, runny nose and coughing are common. But before you label it the common cold, Nicole Lavergne, nurse practitioner with Our Lady of Lourdes says to consider the cost before not seeking medical attention.

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