The Sudbury district has its first confirmed case of influenza for the season.
Public Health Sudbury and Districts says the first confirmed case in its service area has been reported, adding "similar to last year, this local activity indicates an early start to our influenza season" - while it doesn't say where the case was confirmed, the health unit had declared an influenza outbreak at Chapleau's Bignucolo Residence long-term care facility on November 6th, though it was declared "over" yesterday.
The health unit emphasizes that the flu shot is a "simple and effective way to protect yourself, loved ones, co-workers, and the community", though it also recommends wearing a mask in crowded indoor public settings, covering coughs and sneezes, and washing hands frequently and thoroughly.
PHSD acknowledges that influenza symptoms are common for other respiratory illnesses - including COVID-19 - making it difficult to know which you may have, so it's best to stay home if sick, wearing a well-fitted mask if you must go out, and take a Ministry of Health COVID-19 self-assessment to learn about testing and treatment, if eligible.