Influenza, commonly know as “the flu,” is a respiratory illness that usually circulates throughout the fall and winter. People of any age can get the flu and sickness usually lasts two to seven days. Most people who get the flu are sick for only a few days. In others, the symptoms can last for weeks. In extreme cases some people can develop complications and become very ill, requiring hospitalization. Why risk it?
Protect your family: Illness caused by the flu can be prevented with a flu shot. Protect yourself and those around you.
Help protect your workplace: Get your flu shot to protect yourself, your co-workers and the patients we care for.
Protect yourself and your patients: Influenza is a potentially severe respiratory illness and is responsible for an increased number of healthcare provider visits, hospitalizations and deaths.
Influenza vaccine is available for all staff through CKHA Occupational Health & Safety Department (you can still call the OH&S department for an appointment), through your family doctor or nurse practitioner, and through Public Health clinics.
Are you ready for flu season?
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