Everyone's home for the holidays — and so are the germs.
It's possible sickness could be knocking on the door along with your party guests.
It's cold and flu season, and common winter illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19 and norovirus are hitting Americans this holiday week, especially as we gather to celebrate with friends and family. Big indoor parties, cold weather and close quarters are ripe ground for the spread of unwanted sickness.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other health agencies are working to track cases to help families stay healthy this season and into the winter months.
Here's what we know about cases right now and how you can avoid getting sick.
