Archive
The flu – coming to Shelburne soon
November 30, 2015 · 0 Comments
Local residents have been busy enjoying deceptively warm fall temperatures. But that hasn’t stopped the arrival of the flu, and it’s only a matter of time until the virus arrives in a neighbourhood near you. The first local cases of influenza A in Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s region have been confirmed in Dufferin County. Public Health is reminding everyone to protect themselves against influenza this season by getting the flu shot or FluMist nasal spray vaccine.
“Protect yourself against the flu, get vaccinated, and stay well this winter,” said Dr. Nicola Mercer, Medical Officer of Health and CEO for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health. “As we transition into cooler weather and the upcoming holiday season, getting the flu shot will help protect you and those around you from contracting the flu.”
Vaccines work best when most people are vaccinated because wide-scale immunization reduces everyone’s risk of exposure to viruses like influenza. Unfortunately, every year thousands of Canadians get sick from the flu including infants too young for the vaccine, the elderly for whom the vaccine offers less protection, and individuals with compromised immune systems. By choosing not to get vaccinated, you are putting yourself and others at risk.
Getting a flu shot is easy. Simply drop in at Public Health location, make an appointment with your family physician or visit a local pharmacy.
Readers Comments (0)
Headline News
Honouring our Veterans: Remembrance Day Ceremony held at Shelburne Town Hall
Wreath laying ceremony moves forward despite Legion closure Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER In the weeks leading up to Remembrance Day, the ...
Shelburne man completes 11-hour Remembrance Day walk
Steve McNeil holds walking fundraiser at Fiddle Park in support of the Royal Canadian Legion Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER When Steve ...
Local family remembers sacrifices made by fathers in Second World War
By Paula Brown, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter For nearly two decades Mulmur resident Joan Wallace has stood beside the cenotaph outside of the Shelburne Town ...
Five per cent tax increase proposed in draft budget
Shelburne council presented with $10.8 million shortfall to be covered by taxation Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Shelburne Town Council is looking ...
Neighbouring legions ensure funds are still raisedfor local Veterans during Shelburne Legion’s closure
Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Despite the temporary closure of the Shelburne Legion Branch 220 ahead of Remembrance Day, local Veterans will ...
County of Dufferin seeks input on Community Resilience Hub design
Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Dufferin County residents have the opportunity to have their say in the design of a future community ...
Dufferin teenager to compete in cattle, equestrian, poultry shows at Royal Winter Fair for first time in event’s history
Written By SAM ODROWSKI A 16-year-old Dufferin County resident will compete at an unprecedented level during the 102nd Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. While it ...
Legion temporarily closes after president resigns
Ceremonies still taking place locally to commemorate Remembrance Day Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The Shelburne Legion, Branch 220, will remain closed ...
Hockey fans throughout Dufferin County meet Mats Sundin at book signing
Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER A sea of blue and white jerseys descended on one of Orangeville’s local arenas as Toronto Maple ...
Shelburne girl to be featured in upcoming TVO Kids show
Written By PAULA BROWN LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Shelburne residents young and old will need to set a reminder to turn on their televisions on ...
Sorry, comments are closed on this post.