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It’s been an ugly flu season in Manitoba, but some relief appears to be on the way.

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health says hospitalizations due to the flu have been in decline for almost two weeks. While it’s good news for strained emergency departments, many doctors and families are still calling for change. Sarah Offin reports.

Dr. Vivien Suttorp, Alberta’s new chief medical officer of health, says the province appears to be past the worst of its flu season. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Alberta’s health care system is coping after being hit hard by an early wave of influenza, as doctors raise warnings about a crisis in emergency wards.

The number of flu cases is rising across the region-putting pressure on local emergency rooms. Health officials are offering advice on how to manage your condition at home, and when to seek medical help.

Flu cases are surging across the province. Caryn Lieberman went into an emergency departments in Peel Region to find out how healthcare teams there are handing the influx of patients.

Flu season is off to an early start, and Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer warns it will be severe. Maritimers are encouraged to take extra precautions, including wearing masks in healthcare facilities, as a new strain is spreading across the country. Suzanne Lapointe reports.

Health providers are urging parents to treat kids with mild flu symptoms at home, and avoid large gatherings as influenza cases spike ahead of the holidays. In Ontario, confirmed cases jumped 150 per cent last week, resulting in an 84 per cent increase in hospital admissions. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health...

A new flu strain that’s been circulating internationally is now raising concern here in Canada. We speak to infectious diseases expert Dr. Isaac Bogosh about the H3N2 flu variant.

Doctors are warning about a surge in seasonal viruses as temperatures drop. Toronto family physician Dr. Christine Palmay joins Candace Daniel to break down what RSV is, who’s most at risk, and how to stay protected this winter, including how the RSV, flu, and COVID vaccines all fit together this season.

The flu season is kicking off early across Canada, and the pressures are already hitting hospital systems. Health reporter Katherine Ward has more on what’s driving case counts, and what people can do to protect themselves. 

Cold and flu season is hitting in full force. Labour and delivery nurse Tina Bitangcol joined Global News at Noon Edmonton’s Vinesh Pratap with some tips and tricks to keep you healthy through the holidays.

Cold and flu season is here, and for many Canadians, it’s not a matter of if someone in the house gets sick, but when. Pharmacist and author Sherry Torkos shared her cold season comeback plan with Global News Morning Edmonton.

Doctors say a recent rise in influenza cases is putting pressure on hospitals across the country. Health reporter Katherine Ward looks at how the viral season is playing out and why doctors say it’s still not too late to get the flu vaccine.

Health officials have been keeping a close eye on the southern hemisphere for what to expect from the upcoming flu and COVID-19 season. Andrea Macpherson explains.

As flu activity rises sharply across Ontario, mirroring a nationwide surge, health officials are urging families to stay vigilant before gathering for the holidays. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch joins Candace Daniel to break down what the increase means, who’s most at risk, and why vaccination remains one of the strongest tools for protection...

WATCH: Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk explains RSV along with cold and flu season which typically runs from October to the beginning of April.

A concerning surge in flu cases has led to a significant increase in trips to the emergency room this season, according to a new report from CHEO. Katherine Ward has more on what health officials say is causing the spike.

Manitoba’s top doctor is reminding you to get your flu and COVID vaccines earlier in the season for the best outcomes. Officials saying that could go a long way in keeping people healthy, and reducing stress on the healthcare system. Vasilios Bellos reports.

With the colder weather comes flu season, and doctors are recommending vaccines, especially for the elderly, young children, and those with underlying conditions.

Manitoba’s top doctor is reminding you to get your flu and COVID vaccines earlier in the season for the best outcomes. Officials saying that could go a long way in keeping people healthy, and reducing stress on the healthcare system. Vasilios Bellos reports.