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Doctors urge people to get flu vaccine as Ottawa hospital sees a surge in cases

Viral season expected to peak around late December and early January

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The Globe and Mail
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Published: 12/4/2025
Updated: 12/4/2025
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An Ottawa hospital has seen an eightfold increase in the number of children testing positive for influenza, as doctors and health care workers across the country brace for what is expected to be one of the worst flu seasons in years.

Ottawa’s Childre...

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Mike Chen2 hours ago

Finally some real action on climate change. This legislation is long overdue and I hope it passes quickly despite the opposition from oil-dependent provinces.

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Jennifer Walsh3 hours ago

As someone who works in Alberta's energy sector, I'm concerned about the economic impact. The transition fund sounds good in theory but will it actually help workers like me?

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