Flu Activity Increasing; How Can You Tell The Difference Between The Flu And A Cold?

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Flu activity in the United States remains low overall, but it is increasing. In California, the flu activity level is considered minimal, with several counties in the Bay Area and Southern California reporting elevated activity.
The data used to generate the most recent report is from November 25-December 1 (week 48).
During that week in California, five people died from the flu. So far this season 16 people have died from flu-related illnesses. None of those deaths oc