News Release: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit announces fall immunization campaign
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) continues to remind residents to stay safe this respiratory illness season.
Flu
Synonyms
influenza
2024-25 Influenza Program Fact Sheets
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Windsor-Essex Residents Encouraged to Get Vaccinated
Where to get the Flu Shot
In Ontario, the flu vaccine is free from your primary health care provider, participating pharmacies, and at many walk-in clinics. People who work, live, or study in Ontario are eligible for the free flu vaccine each year.
View the list of participating pharmacies in each municipality in Windsor-Essex providing the flu shot for the 2023/2024 season.
Influenza Information for Pregnant Individuals and Children
It is important for pregnant individuals to get the flu vaccine to protect their infant in the first 6 months of life. Below are some common questions and answers regarding pregnancy and the flu vaccine. We encourage you to contact your health care provider or the Health Unit for more information.
Flu Bulletin - 2017-18 - Week 01
Data presented are for Week 01 (December 31st, 2017 to January 6th, 2018) and was extracted on January 10, 2018
Influenza Program Resources
This section is a source of information for health care providers to guide them in their clinical practice regarding the Universal Influenza Immunization Program (UIIP).
Influenza (Flu)
Influenza (the flu) is a respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. The flu season (when most people get sick with the flu) often begins in late fall.
Grippe
Qu'est-ce que la grippe? La grippe est une infection respiratoire d'origine virale.