This winter might be a perfect storm for something that's called a "Twin-demic."
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh say Americans won't have the same protection against the flu this year, because we aren't wearing masks like we used to. They are also warning, people should be on the lookout for the chance to get the flu shot this year, as well as a COVID booster.
On Ask the Expert, Dr. Mark Casanova from the Dallas County Medical Society joined the KRLD Afternoon News to discuss the possibility.
Each day on the KRLD Afternoon News, we ask the experts what you want to know. Send us your questions or topic suggestion to questions@krld.com. Hear the answer at 4:40 p.m.
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