Cold weather advisory in Pennsylvania
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Many people across cultures grow up hearing that cold weather makes you sick. Going outside without a coat, breathing in cold air, sleeping in a chilly room, getting caught in cold rain or snow, or simply feeling chilled are often blamed for causing colds or flu.
Influenza cases are slowly rising in Illinois, signaling the beginning of flu season. Is the cold weather to blame?