Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were lower in the Tampa Bay area and Temple Terrace than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. 

Overall in Florida, activity this year is considered high while it was considered low to moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends.

Overall in Florida, activity is considered high now, while it was considered low at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends.

If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Temple Terrace that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course):

CVS Pharmacy

110 Bullard Parkway

Walgreens

9202 N. 56th St.

Publix Pharmacy

5450 E. Busch Blvd.

More locations

According to the CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following information:

• Who should get vaccinated
• When to get vaccinated
• Selecting a flu vaccine
• Symptoms, complications and severity
• Treatment if you get the flu
• How flu spreads