Go to the cdc flu website, which contains information about the flu's symptoms, Spread, and vaccination information. Clicking the box about flu will take you to a new page, with flu season categories highlighted on the left. Use the information in this section to write a statement of one or two paragraphs that answers the following questions. What causes the flu?

What are common symptoms of the flu and what are complications that arise from the disease?

Do you think people can misdiagnose themselves with the flu? Explain your reasoning.

How is flu season defined? What are the criteria for this definition?

How does the flu affect businesses and governments? Could it affect residents’ access to certain resources?