Here's what could be behind surging flu cases, plus symptoms to watch

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, doctor visits for flu illnesses have reached the highest level since 2009. At least 43 states, along with Washington, D.C., are showing "high" to "very high" levels of flu activity. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what could be behind the trend and symptoms to monitor.

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