Ready for flu season? Key facts about influenza in Canada

TORONTO – The start of flu season is likely just around the corner. The latest data available from the Public Health Agency of Canada shows sporadic flu activity in most provinces and territories, with 96 lab-confirmed cases of the influenza virus reported in the week ending Oct. 26. The agency says this is typical activity for the "interseasonal" period, which typically gives way to full-blown flu season at some point in November. It's less than half the number of diagnoses made during th