5 Red Flag Signs You're Getting Sick

There are some not-so-obvious warning signs your body is fighting off a virus, according to experts.Recently, respiratory viruses – such as influenza, rhinoviruses and respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV – have made a dramatic comeback. In 2022, for example, influenza activity swiftly returned to pre-Covid pandemic levels and the United States saw a particularly severe RSV surge. Many respiratory pathogens spread faster and further than they had in the previous two years. Though the 2023-2024 cold and flu season is just getting started, experts fear it’ll be on par with last year. In other words, stuffy noses, sore throats, coughs and fevers are coming for us. As we head into respiratory disease season, it’s worth keeping a close eye on your health. Before the more obvious cold and flu symptoms appear, there are usually a few signs that indicate an infection is brewing. If you catch them early enough, you just might be able to intervene and give your body the care it needs