It’s flu season. Here’s how to keep coworkers’ germs at bay
An estimated 12,200 Canadians end up hospitalized due to the flu each year, according to Health Canada. Continue reading
Flu Season
More than 700,000 Albertans immunized for flu this season
Alberta Health Services released its first round of data related to the 2019/20 flu season, and so far more than 700,000 Albertans have been immunized. Continue reading
First flu case of season confirmed: Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit says the flu case was confirmed on Wednesday. Continue reading
Health officials press Ottawans to get flu shot in campaign against vaccine hesitancy
Only 42 per cent of adults and 63 per cent of adults over 65 in Canada got the influenza vaccine during the previous flu season, according to OMA President Dr. Sohail Gandhi. Continue reading
Health minister encouraging Ontarians to get flu shots
Elliott, who got her vaccine today at a pharmacy, says even if people aren’t concerned about getting sick themselves, it’s important to get the flu shot to protect family, friends and neighbours. Continue reading
Saskatchewan prepares for another battle with flu season
Clinics around Saskatchewan are prepared to give out influenza immunizations. Continue reading
Alberta prepares for flu season despite delays in vaccine shipments
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Flu shots are arriving at pharmacies and doctors’ offices across the province this week as Alberta health officials prepare for the upcoming flu season. Continue reading
66% of pregnant women not getting major recommended vaccines: CDC
This includes both the flu shot and the whooping cough vaccine. Continue reading
Waiting for the flu shot? Here’s how to stay healthy in the meantime
Delivery of flu vaccines might be running a little behind in some areas, but you can still avoid catching the flu while you wait. Continue reading
Sask. flu shot clinics begin week of Oct. 21
Free flu shots in Saskatchewan will be available to the public starting on Oct. 21. Continue reading