Among the dead is a child between the ages of one and four. On Thursday, Alberta Health released its latest flu numbers. So far this flu season, there have been 2,082 laboratory-confirmed flu cases, almost all of which have been attributed to influenza A. Of these flu cases, 355 required hospitalization and 34 of these required hospitalization in intensive care units. READ MORE: Flu vaccine demand in Alberta lower than previous seasons As of Thursday afternoon, Alberta Health said 781,868 flu vaccine doses have been administered in the province, which equates to about 17.6 per cent of Albertans being vaccinated. Story continues below ad On Wednesday, Alberta’s new chief medical officer issued a statement regarding the increasing number of flu, RSV and COVID-19 cases in the province. READ MORE: 1st statement from Alberta’s new chief medical officer of health on RSV, flu season Dr. Mark Joffe encouraged Albertans to get the flu shot and also take other steps to reduce the spread of the disease. Current trend
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“While most children, young people and adults recover from the flu without complications, some may become very ill and require hospital treatment,” part of his statement read. “Transmission levels will vary over time and between communities. We encourage Albertans to assess their risk at all times and take appropriate precautions.” 6:31 Triple threat disease this winter prompts calls for specialist coverage Last week, Canada’s chief public health officer, Dr. Theresa Tam, said the increase in cases of influenza, COVID-19 and RSV across the country is creating challenges for the health care system in many parts of the country and suggested there is a need for “increased precautions”. Story continues below ad He stopped short of calling for mask orders, but advised people to wear them indoors. READ MORE: Danielle Smith reiterates no mask mandate — says access to drugs, ER priority to tackle flu, RSV “I know we’re all tired and we’re all too aware of the long list of good habits that can help keep ourselves and others healthy,” Tam said on Nov. 10. –With files from The Canadian Press and Emily Mertz, Global News © 2022 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
