Severe flu season may be causing rare brain complications in children, experts warn
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates 19,000 people have died from the flu so far this winter, including 86 children.
Month: February 2025
Influenza is hitting hard. Data shows fewer Canadians got their flu shot
Most provinces and at least one territory report declines in people getting their flu shot compared to last year, with doctors warning of the strain it could pose to hospitals.
Stabbing of 6-year-old boy in Halifax puts focus on mental health support in N.S.
The recent attack on a six-year-old in Halifax is raising questions about mental health support in Nova Scotia and highlighting the struggle for some families to help loved ones.
Manitoba to see late peak in cold and flu season
So far this winter, 1,998 cases of influenza A have been reported. By this time in the 2023-2024 season, there had been 2723 cases.
The danger of bird flu mixing with human flu? A potential pandemic
As cases of seasonal influenza surge, health officials are closely monitoring a growing threat—the potential fusion of human and bird flu strains.
Mental health care for rural Black people in N.S. lacking, year after Desmond report
A lack of mental health care tailored to rural Black Nova Scotians is one of several problems yet to be properly addressed by the province.
The flu is on the rise in Canada. Here’s what to know
As of Feb. 1, 21.2 per cent of tests have come back positive for influenza. Since Aug. 25, 2024, a total of 76 influenza-associated deaths were reported in Canada.
U.S. flu season sees 15-year peak in doctor visits
Of course, other viral infections can be mistaken for flu. But COVID-19 appears to be on the decline, according to hospital data and to CDC modeling projections.
Nova Scotia to cover therapy costs for patients with mood, anxiety disorders
Nova Scotians will be able to self-refer to a program for therapy from master’s-level social workers, psychologists and registered counselling therapists.