Bird flu risk to humans an ‘enormous concern,’ WHO says. Here’s what to know
Avian flu is caused by influenza viruses that spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other animal species.
Canada
Apr 18
Human case of bird flu reported in Texas linked to cattle: U.S. CDC
It is the second-ever case of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza identified in a person in the United States, the last reported in Colorado in 2022.
Health
Apr 1
Bird flu found in dead crows, Bald Eagle in Kingston
Local deaths part of global avian influenza outbreak, officials say
Health
Feb 23
Avian flu: More than 3M birds affected in Canada amid global outbreak
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the ongoing response to the country's avian influenza outbreak is 'unique' for this time of the year.
Canada
Feb 16
Bird flu risks: What to know as the ‘versatile’ virus continues to spread
As the avian flu, also known as bird flu, continues to spread across the globe, concerns persist regarding its potential risks to human health.
Health
Apr 2
B.C.’s vulnerable urged to get COVID-19 booster as peak of illness season passes
It will be available throughout the provinces at pharmacies, regional health-authority clinics, some primary-care offices, and community health centres.
Health
Apr 8
N.S. couple dies from strep A just hours apart. Their family is speaking out
Two sisters from Nova Scotia are warning the public about an invasive form of strep after their mother and step-father died from the disease on the same day earlier this year.
Health
Apr 6
Bird flu virus detected in U.S. grocery store milk. FDA says supply still safe
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday that samples of pasteurized milk had tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows.
Health
Apr 24
B.C. reports 4th death of child under 10 linked to influenza
Influenza-related deaths refer to fatalities where flu was a contributing factor, but may not be the primary cause of death.
Health
Jan 25
Norovirus cases spiking in U.S. What about Canada?
Flu season may be winding down, but health officials are noting a rise of norovirus in Canada, the nasty stomach bug that can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms.
Health
Mar 28
‘Dangerous’: Ontario lab closures would put lives at risk, workers warn
OPSEU says the proposed closures would close labs in Timmins, Sault Ste. Marie, Orillia, Hamilton, Kingston, and Peterborough.
Health
Apr 17
Alberta pharmacists ask for provincial rule change to help deliver measles vaccines
Medical associations are concerned that cases of two preventable diseases are climbing. Alberta pharmacists are requesting permission to offer measles vaccines.
Health
Mar 25
McMaster University prof among winners of $100,000 prize for Canada’s top researchers
Gerry Wright, a professor at Hamilton's McMaster University, was one of five scholars announced Tuesday to each receive the cash award.
Canada
Mar 19
More Canadians see measles as dangerous compared to COVID, flu: poll
As measles cases continue to rise across the country, an Ipsos poll shows that most Canadians see the disease as dangerous. Fewer said the same for COVID-19 and the flu.
Health
Mar 27
Ottawa ends pandemic programs, shifts priorities in $449B spending plan
While the government's tries to lower discretionary spending, overall spending will grow next year driven by higher debt servicing costs and transfers to seniors and provinces.
Politics
Mar 7
Manitoba’s top doctor hopes to see increased vaccination numbers
Dr. Brent Roussin said 18 per cent of Manitobans have rolled up their sleeves for their coronavirus vaccines and 25 per cent have received their flu shots.
Health
Feb 16
Hundreds hospitalized with influenza in Alberta during holidays, RSV on the rise
Between Dec. 16 and 30, 2023, the province's respiratory virus dashboard added 762 influenza hospitalizations, which included Albertans of all ages.
Canada
Jan 5
Influenza declining while RSV cases increasing: CRISP report
The CRISP report shows 8 influenza-related and COVID-19 deaths in the last two weeks. There was a decrease in influenza test positivity but an increase in RSV cases.
Health
Jan 5
B.C. reports third child’s death linked to influenza
A third child has died in British Columbia due to complications linked to influenza, cases of which continue to rise in the province.
Health
Jan 4
B.C. doctors urge parent vigilance with respiratory season still in full swing
On Thursday, the B.C. Centre for Disease Control reported that a third child's death had been associated with influenza.
Health
Jan 5
