I did go to the doctor, got prescriptions for this cough, and with the insight, I did get a flu shot. Because this cold /cough is holding on big time. I am not crazy about taking a flu shot, but considering this cough has been with me for a month, thought it a very good idea this time to get the flu shot. and if some of you are leary of that shot, I am too. but I don't want any kind of flu to hit me like this cough!! so do think about it.