There are many wonderful things about the fall — but unfortunately it also marks the approach of flu season, which means preparing for sneezes and sniffles, stocking up on tea and tissues and, above all, getting your flu shot. Millions of Americans come down with the flu every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And while some people experience symptoms so mild they might think it's the common cold, others’ experience with the flu can be deadly. (Holly Van Hare, The Active Times)