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, using that to remind residents to "protect themselves and others from getting sick with respiratory infections", as "COVID-19 and influenza vaccines are available at many locations throughout the community".
Reminding influenza "is a highly contagious infection [that] can cause fever, cough, muscle aches, and fatigue" - or even severe illness like pneumonia for "some people, like young children, older adults, and those with underlying medical conditions" - the health unit also recommends wearing a mask in crowded or poorly-ventilated public settings, covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue, washing hands frequently and thoroughly, though it's better to stay home if sick until symptoms improve for at least 24 hours - 48 if you had nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - and avoiding non-essential visits to higher-risk settings like hospitals and long-term care.