Is this a cold, or do I have allergies?

It can be hard to tell, especially in the early days, if what you are experiencing is a cold, or a flu, or simply allergies.

Experiencing bouts of sneezing along with a runny nose is par for the course this time of year. Since allergy season is ramping up, many people will chalk it up to that - but what if it's a cold or a flu?

There are a few telltale signs. In the video above, I speak with a doctor about how to tell the difference, and the symptoms of each.

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