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Health care workers say it is possible to have COVID-19 and the flu

TULSA, Okla. — Local doctors say that it is possible to have COVID-19 and the flu at the same time.

Dr. Jeffrey Galles says coronavirus can look like many other illnesses like strep and the flu. If you test positive for it, it’s important not to rule out other options.

Doctors are encouraging people to still get flu shots.

He says right now it is rare for someone to have both COVID-19 and the flu at the same time, but the concern is growing for the high-risk population. Being diagnosed with both can be problematic.

If you are experiencing common flu-like symptoms like high fever, cough, head aches and aches, it is important to be tested for both so that you can get the right treatment to prevent getting sicker.

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