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The last flu season was a bad one. What’s in store this year? – National

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The last flu season was a bad one. What’s in store this year? – National

As flu season sweeps in with its familiar symptoms of coughs and sneezes across Canada, a glimmer of relief emerges: health experts say that while cases are on the rise, the increase is notably below average compared with preceding years. Last year at this time, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) said influenza activity … Read more

Canadian doctors brace for another ‘tripledemic’ – COVID-19, RSV and influenza – National

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Canadian doctors brace for another ‘tripledemic’ – COVID-19, RSV and influenza – National

As Canadians continue to enjoy the last bit of summer’s sun-soaked days, doctors say they are bracing for a potential “tripledemic” of influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19, signalling the imminent arrival of respiratory flu season. Last flu season — which typically runs from November to March in Canada — saw a surge of … Read more