flu

The first pig-to-human transmission of H1N1 was reported in Ontario. The province’s chief medical officer confirmed this in late September. The story unfolded because a man who is in critical but stable condition contracted the virus after close contact with pigs in either the US or Canada. The case was confirmed after some laboratory tests […]

Health administrators are reminding the vulnerable to get a flu shot this year. The ongoing campaign in North Essex is urging seniors, pregnant women and people with chronic conditions, particularly severe asthma, chest or heart complaints and diabetes, to make an appointment to get vaccinated. People who are involved in looking after the sick are […]