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

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

If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Barnstable that offer the vaccine:

• CVS Pharmacy
• Rite Aid Pharmacy 

Time spent indoors due to soggy weather will contribute to the spread of the flu virus, so now is the time to get vaccinated.

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