Getting the flu shot is your best defence: It is free in Ontario, safe and recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older. Wash your hands often: Even after getting the flu shot, washing with soap and water for at least 15 seconds helps keep the virus from spreading. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer...
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Flu Vaccines
Flu Vaccines are under way in October in our clinic. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season. Influenza is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against flu. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/keyfacts.htm https://www.ontario.ca/page/flu-facts...
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Flu Activity
Influenza activity continues to increase across Canada. The majority continues to be A(H3N2). In keeping with the early influenza activity this season, several indicators of influenza activity are above the expected levels for this time of year. The majority of hospitalizations and deaths have been among adults 65 years of age and older. Howden Medical...