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Canada plunges into early flu season as vaccines begin to roll out

Canada’s flu season began seven weeks earlier than usual, with national positivity rates exceeding the five per cent epidemic threshold by mid-October. While H1N1 is the dominant strain, experts note that current vaccines remain effective at reducing the severity of illness and the risk of hospitalization.

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2026 Flu & COVID-19 Immunization Clinics

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is hosting community clinics for flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. Residents can book appointments online or by phone, and walk-ins are welcome. Immunizations are also available through primary care providers, ACCESS Centres, and local pharmacies.

Why it matters: Frontline workers can direct patients to these specific community clinics, primary care sites, or pharmacies for their seasonal immunizations.

Official source: WRHA (opens in a new tab)

Public healthCanada

Canada’s 2-year measles outbreak officially over: PHAC

The Public Health Agency of Canada has declared the two-year national measles outbreak over, following two months without new linked cases. The outbreak resulted in 6,417 total cases across 10 provinces and territories, including 1,033 in Manitoba. Officials continue to emphasize the importance of routine vaccinations to prevent future transmission.

Why it matters: Frontline workers should continue to prioritize routine measles immunization for patients to prevent future outbreaks from travel-related cases.

News source: Global News Health (opens in a new tab)