Winnipeg Flu

• More high-dose flu shots for seniors in Manitoba available this year; normal flu shot shipped out

  Last flu season's numbers, from September 2019 until the middle of March 2020, included 403 people hospitalized, 40 people admitted to ICU, and 29 deaths. 

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  Oct 15, 2020
  
• Flu kills 15 since September: Manitoba Health

  The flu has killed 15 people in the province since last September, Manitoba Health's latest numbers show — five more deaths since last week's influenza surveillance update. 

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  Feb 8, 2020
  
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• Some elective surgeries at Winnipeg Children’s Hospital to be postponed due to flu surge

  The HSC Children's Hospital is being forced to cancel some non-emergency surgeries due to a spike in flu cases.

  Jan 16, 2020
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• Manitoba government urges seniors to get high-dose vaccinations

  The Manitoba government is urging seniors to get their high dosage flu shot. Residents of long-term care facilities who are older than 65 are all eligible for the increased dosage version.

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  Nov 2, 2018
• ‘Boost your immune system’: pharmacist tips for not getting sick this flu season

  Washing hands, sleeping well and getting a shot are just some of the ways a pharmacist suggests how people can keep from getting sick during flu season.

  Health

  Oct 20, 2018