Public health officials are reminding people to take precautions as flu and RSV cases rise.

New York saw an 80% spike in flu cases at the end of November, prompting Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani to urge people here to take steps like washing hands, staying home when sick, and wearing masks if they show symptoms.

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“As we approach the holidays, get your seasonal shots if you haven't already. It's not too late to protect yourself and your loved ones from serious illness,” she said in a statement.

Connecticut doctors say they’re also seeing cases rise.

“I practice here in Waterbury, I’m covering my hospital this week, I have several patients I’m caring for who have influence A who

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