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CDC says it's a mild flu season so far

Posted at 7:47 AM, Oct 22, 2018
and last updated 2018-10-22 08:52:05-04

This year’s flu season has been mild so far, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. 

According to the CDC, the total number of lab-confirmed flu cases for the season is below 500.

However, that doesn't count people with the flu who don't see a doctor. 

Doctors' visits for flu-like illness are also below normal. Despite the low number of confirmed cases, experts said you should still go get a flu shot.

Click here to view the CDC’s flu summary update.