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Every year, influenza comes through Winnipeg and Canada usually from November through April. This common respiratory illness affects thousands of Manitobans each year. Although most people recover from the flu, it can lead to serious illness and sometimes death.

We can help prevent and reduce the spread of this infection by:

• Covering our coughs
• Washing our hands
• Staying home when we are sick with cough and fever
• Getting the influenza vaccine (the "flu shot")

We encourage all those who are eligible - including seniors, children, health care workers and those with chronic health conditions to have their flu shot this year.

Throughout the month of November, Public Immunization Clinics are taking place in communities throughout Winnipeg. Immunization is also available through your family doctor.

Taken from Winnipeg Regional Health Website