Influenza
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As flu season fades, spring and summer viruses emerge. What are they?As Canadians bid farewell to the aches and chills of the respiratory virus season a new question looms: what other microbial menaces will appear as days grow warmer?HealthMay 1
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Alberta’s flu death toll highest in 15 years as vaccine uptake declinesAccording to data from the province's respiratory virus dashboard, 15,215 cases of lab-confirmed influenza cases were recorded this respiratory virus season.HealthApr 29
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Calgary doctors say lack of access to primary care may be behind low flu vaccination in AlbertaCalgary doctors say lack of access to primary care may be contribution to low flu vaccination rates in Alberta this season.HealthFeb 2
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B.C. reports 4th death of child under 10 linked to influenzaInfluenza-related deaths refer to fatalities where flu was a contributing factor, but may not be the primary cause of death.HealthJan 25
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B.C. respiratory illness season could peak next week, top doctor saysB.C. health officials are urging people to get vaccinated, warning the peak of the respiratory illness season is still yet to come.HealthJan 10
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Hundreds hospitalized with influenza in Alberta during holidays, RSV on the riseBetween Dec. 16 and 30, 2023, the province's respiratory virus dashboard added 762 influenza hospitalizations, which included Albertans of all ages.CanadaJan 5
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B.C. reports third child’s death linked to influenzaA third child has died in British Columbia due to complications linked to influenza, cases of which continue to rise in the province.HealthJan 4
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B.C. issues warning after 2 children die of flu-related illnessThe BCCDC said Friday that levels of influenza and RSV were at their highest so far this year, and have reached peaks seen before the COVID-19 pandemic.HealthDec 29, 2023
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COVID is spiking in parts of Canada. What does this mean for holiday festivities?Holiday joy means potentially spreading the cold, flu, and COVID-19. And health experts caution Canadians to stay vigilant amid the festivities.HealthDec 19, 2023
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Not too late to get flu, COVID-19 shots before Christmas: expertsWith a record number of influenza cases recorded in Alberta, experts are recommending people get their flu shots.CanadaDec 15, 2023
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