Weekly Flu Report: Nov. 21 – Nov. 25

Flu Activity in Niagara Region

(Source: Niagara Region public health)

The Flu (Influenza) is a highly contagious infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the influenza virus. It can be a serious illness for some people.

Niagara Region monitors the spread of flu and flu-like illnesses on an on-going basis. During the months of October to May, activity will be reported.

Only laboratory confirmed cases are reported. Most people infected with influenza do not get laboratory testing and so actual infection numbers are likely much higher.

Weekly Flu Activity (Updated Each Friday)

Week of	Influenza A	Influenza B	Total
November 21 – November 25	5	1	6

Totals include lab confirmed cases in the community and cases associated with outbreaks in health care facilities such as hospitals and long-term care facilities.

Total Cases by City/Town

Town/City	Influenza A	Influenza B	Total	Five Year Average
Fort Erie	1	0	1	12
Grimsby	3	0	3	21
Lincoln	0	0	0	19
Niagara Falls	0	0	0	29
Niagara-on-the-Lake	0	0	0	19
Pelham	0	0	0	5
Port Colborne	0	0	0	11
St. Catharines	0	1	1	62
Thorold	0	0	0	10
Wainfleet	0	0	0	2
Welland	0	0	0	27
West Lincoln	1	0	1	13
Total	5	1	6	230

 

Institutional Outbreaks (Updated Each Friday)

Week of	Influenza A	Influenza B
November 21 – November 25

Ontario and Canada’s Influenza Activity

• Ontario: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
• Canada: Public Health Agency of Canada Flu Watch