The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has observed a significant increase in cases of influenza reported within the region. To date in 2025, the WECHU received more than double the number of reported cases of influenza compared to this time last year.
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) continues to remind residents to stay safe this respiratory illness season.
Download this infographic resource to help understand Flu, COVID-19 and RSV this season
Information for the public about seasonal respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and RSV
Fact sheets for Health Care Providers related to the 2024/2025 Influenza season
The influenza bulletin provides an overview of influenza activity in the region for a given surveillance week.
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.