Flu Shot

• As H3N2 sweeps across Canada, what to know about flu’s heart attack risk

  An influenza infection brings with it an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, data published in the Journal of the American Heart Association says.  

  Health

  Dec 23, 2025
  
• How does this year’s flu shot stack up to current strains? What we know

  It's flu season in Canada, and as the number of infections and hospitalizations start to rise, medical experts are urging Canadians to get their flu shots.

  Canada

  Nov 13, 2025
  
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• Flu shot roll out is almost here. Who should get them?

  While the flu vaccine can reduce the risk of falling ill, one expert says it's most effective at making infections that do occur milder and preventing hospitalization. 

  Health

  Sep 29, 2025
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• Saskatchewan keeps COVID-19 vaccines free, Alberta and Quebec to charge

  Despite Alberta and Quebec charging residents for the COVID-19 vaccine, the province of Saskatchewan is continuing to offer it free of charge.

  Canada

  Sep 20, 2025
• Health experts urge early flu vaccination amid concerns over low uptake

  Flu season is near, and experts warn it’s time to act. With vaccine fatigue lingering, Ontarians are urged to get the flu shot to stay protected.

  Health

  Nov 21, 2024
• Province urges Manitobans to combat upcoming flu season with vaccinations

  Dr. Brent Roussin, the province's chief public health officer, says it's especially important for people considered high-risk to get a flu shot. 

  Health

  Oct 16, 2024
• Flu shots to become available in Ontario in October

  The Ministry of Health says it is safe and convenient to receive a COVID-19 shot and the flu shot at the same time.

  Health

  Sep 10, 2024
• The last flu season was a bad one. What’s in store this year?

  Last year at this time, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) said influenza activity had already crossed the seasonal threshold, indicating a 'start of an influenza epidemic.'

  Canada

  Nov 20, 2023
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• Maritimes reporting steady start to COVID-19, flu vaccine season

  Officials say pharmacies have been bustling with people rolling up their sleeves since appointments opened earlier this month.

  Health

  Nov 1, 2023
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• Hamilton pushing vaccines, ‘multi-layered’ approach for respiratory virus season

  Hamilton Public Health is recommending not only two vaccines for the general public, but also an approach that practically obliterated influenza season a few years ago.

  Health

  Oct 31, 2023