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Flu shot very important as pandemic lingers, says specialist
It's hard to predict what kind of influenza season Canada might see this year, so people should get both their COVID-19 vaccines and a flu shot, even at the same time, says Dr. Susy Hota, Medical director for infection prevention and...
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Is the J&J vaccine effective? Doctor answers your questions
Dr. Cora Constantinescu, a pediatric infectious diseases specialist with the vaccine hesitancy clinic at Alberta Children's Hospital, answers viewer questions about the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, now available in Canada
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Flu shot shortages starting after overwhelming demand
Governments have been pushing for Canadians to get a flu shot to avoid a winter “twindemic” of the flu and COVID-19, but it’s created overwhelming demand and flu shot shortages in some areas.
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The struggle to keep up with early flu shot demand
The push for people to get a flu shot this year because of the COVID-19 demand has resulted in more Canadians trying to get the vaccine. Some pharmacies are running out or booked weeks in advance because COVID-19 protocols also reduce...
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'COVID is beating us,' says Manitoba premier
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister is vowing to ramp up COVID-19 enforcement, and says his government is 'seriously considering' imposing a curfew.
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No need to cancel Halloween, says Dr. Tam | Sunday Scrum
Canada's top public doctor says there's no need to cancel Halloween this year — as long as trick-or-treaters respect the new realities of the pandemic.
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Additional demand, precautions as flu shots become available in Canada
Flu shot programs have started to roll out across Canada with higher demand and additional COVID-19 precautions. The programs are also being seen as a dry run for when a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available.
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Pharmacies struggle with flu vaccine demand
Flu shot campaigns are beginning across Canada. But they're reporting high demand, and some have long waits to book appointments even before the vaccination campaigns have begun.
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Much confusion in Ontario about what 'essential' means: expert
As a new stay-at-home order takes effect in Ontario, many people are still confused about what they are allowed to do and what is considered 'essential', says infectious diseases specialist Dr. Michael Gardam.
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Pfizer says COVID-19 shot 95% effective, seeking U.S. approval
Pfizer says that more interim results from its ongoing coronavirus vaccine study suggest the shots are 95 per cent effective. The company is preparing within days to formally ask U.S. regulators to allow emergency use.
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Doctors answer viewer questions about the coronavirus
Infectious disease experts and a doctor specializing in the elderly answer your questions about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Alberta flu deaths climb to highest in more than a decade
As vaccination rates against the virus drop, experts call on the government to beef up public health messaging. Provincial data shows 193 Albertans have died due to influenza so far this season, marking the third record year for flu deaths.
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Connecticut sees surge in flu cases, putting strain on hospitals and emergency rooms
Doctors say this is one of the worst flu seasons the United States has seen in 15 years, putting a strain on hospitals and increasing wait times in emergency rooms.
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N.W.T. children vaccinated without consent: parents left waiting for answers
In Tuktoyaktuk some parents say they've lost trust in N.W.T. medical services after children were vaccinated without parental consent in November. One father says he's still waiting for answers from the local health centre. Jocelyn...
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NYS Health Department: Flu is widespread with cases up 72% in New York City
The flu shot is available at pharmacies, clinics, and doctor's offices across our city.
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Respiratory viruses on the rise ahead of the holidays
Hospitals across Canada are reporting an increase in patients with respiratory viruses — and while resources aren’t stretched yet, doctors are reminding people about the importance of staying home when unwell and getting vaccinated when...
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How to protect yourself from the avian flu, Dr. Peter Lin explains
B.C. teen with avian flu is in critical condition, provincial health officer saysTeenager from Fraser Valley is 1st person to have contracted virus in Canada
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CT officials confirm first 2 flu deaths of the season
Manisha Juthani, the Department of Public Health commissioner, said one person was in their 90s and the other was a 2-month-old baby.
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Government panel steps in after FDA cancels advisory meeting on flu shot recommendations
After the FDA canceled a key advisory meeting, government doctors stepped in to propose a trivalent flu vaccine for the upcoming 2025-26 season. (Scripps News)
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Advisory committee cancels flu shot meeting amid uncertainty in HHS leadership
A government advisory committee has canceled a meeting on flu shot recommendations, raising concerns amid shifts in leadership at Health and Human Services. (Scripps News)
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If you get sick often, are you immunocompromised? Here's what the term actually means
The CDC says those who are immunocompromised should get extra doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines, which are available starting this week. (Scripps News)
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You'll soon be able to get free COVID tests by mail again
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will send out another round of free COVID-19 tests. Here's when you can get yours. (Scripps News)
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Fact Check: “Flurona” Isn’t A Medical Diagnosis
The nickname "flurona" doesn't mean we have a new illness to worry about. A medical expert explains how co-infections work.
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Experts Warn Of Possible COVID Wave As Subvariant List Grows
This week's CDC data shows three Omicron subvariants account for 20% of genetically sequenced COVID-19 cases. It was 17.5% last week.