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H1N1 declining: WHO Reuters  

The H1N1 flu is still spreading in North Africa, parts of eastern and southeastern Europe and areas of Asia, but is generally...

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Canada donates surplus H1N1 vaccine to WHO Richard J. Brennan  

Canada is donating five millions doses of its H1N1 vaccine to the World Health Organization to support its global pandemic...

Millions of work hours lost to flu Emily Mathieu  

Seasonal flu and H1N1 kept more than a million and a half Canadians home from work for part of November, according to a report by...

WHO dismisses claims H1N1 pandemic was a fake

The World Health Organization's top flu expert has struck back at criticism about the agency's handling of the H1N1 pandemic. Comment Count(34)

H1N1 ruled out in Durham child deaths Jennifer Stone  

Two children who died in a 24-hour span in Durham region, and neither appears to be related to H1N1.

Extra H1N1 shots heading south Joanna Smith  

Canada is lending some of its leftover swine flu vaccine to Mexico so the country can begin immunizing the general public while it...

Canada to lend Mexico 5 million H1N1 doses but expects repayment Joanna Smith  

The Canadian government is shipping five million doses of swine flu vaccine to Mexico to help the country begin its immunization...

Canada to donate excess supply of H1N1 shots?

Canada will announce plans for some of its excess supply of the H1N1 vaccine Wednesday, government sources said.

H1N1 clinics to re-open Tamara Baluja  

Flu clinics are set to re-open Tuesday in Toronto for those who need a second dose of H1N1 vaccine.

Flu top Canadian story of 2009 Helen Branswell  

An influenza virus that scientists believe migrated from pigs to people before touching off a global pandemic was the runaway...

Experts say H1N1 could have a silver lining if it knocks out other viruses Helen Branswell  

When you think of a flu pandemic, the images that come to mind are of people sick and people dying.

Latest poll backs government handling of H1N1 vaccinations Allison Jones  

Canadians think governments at all three levels have done an okay job of handling the H1N1 pandemic, although many also think the... Comment Count(7)

Key to H1N1 puzzle? Look to molecule 17 Joseph Hall  

Why did H1N1 cause some to develop pneumonia and die while leaving most with only mild flu symptoms? Comment Count(6)

800,000 doses of children's H1N1 flu vaccine recalled in U.S Mike Stobbe  

Hundreds of thousands of swine flu shots for children in the United States have been recalled because tests indicate the vaccine...

'We're not done yet': Canada's top doc warns on H1N1 THE CANADIAN PRESS  

Canada's chief public health officer says Canadians shouldn't become complacent about H1N1 influenza, which is unpredictable and...

Health bosses accused of flu-mongering Theresa Boyle  

Public health officials are misleading Canadians by continuing to characterize the H1N1 virus as a threat, charges Ontario's... Comment Count(32)

H1N1 pales against earlier pandemics, study finds Maria Cheng  

The H1N1 virus is far less dangerous than originally feared, British officials said Thursday – about 100 times less lethal than...

Clinics offer both vaccines Theresa Boyle  

Wonder where we stand with the H1N1 flu pandemic? Following is a status update:

Most flu-shot allergies mild Joanna Smith  

Forty-eight Canadians have had severe allergic reactions after getting the swine-flu shot since the mass immunization campaign...

Only 30% of Ontario residents have H1N1 shot

Ontario's top medical official says only 30 per cent of the province's population has received the H1N1 shot.

Swine flu waning in U.S. Mike Stobbe  

Health officials say swine flu infections continue to wane in the U.S., with only half the 50 states reporting widespread cases.

Severe H1N1 reactions in 48 Canadians Joanna Smith  

The Public Health Agency of Canada says 48 people nationwide have experienced severe allergic reactions to the swine flu vaccine...

Seasonal flu shots added at H1N1 clinics

Starting Saturday, temporary clinics set up to deliver H1N1 vaccines will also offer the seasonal flu vaccine.

WHO says H1N1 is not over THE CANADIAN PRESS  

The World Health Organization's top flu expert says it's too soon to think about declaring the H1N1 pandemic over.

Hospital cancels bedside visits from Santa

Santa Claus won't be jingling though the halls of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario this year.

H1N1 reaching peak across Canada: Health Minister Joanna Smith  

The swine flu epidemic is likely reaching its peak across the country, Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq said today.

Flu masks: the next generation Lesley Ciarula Taylor  

Flu masks that change colour as you breathe. Flu masks that give you the flu.

The college and university resistance

Ontario has launched a $650,000 ad campaign to encourage post-secondary students to roll up their sleeves for the H1N1 flu shot.

Vaccination clinics in Ontario start to close their doors

The time to roll up a sleeve to get an H1N1 flu shot is coming to an end at some public clinics in Ontario.

Strong reactions Judy Gerstel  

Someone could write a book about the psychology of the H1N1 flu. It's fascinating to observe people's attitudes to the pandemic...

Still undecided about that H1N1 shot? Judy Gerstel  

Apprehension, uncertainty and the balance between risk and benefit are all part of the pandemic scenario that continues to play...

Ontario ad campaign tells students to 'Join the Resistance' and get H1N1 shot THE CANADIAN PRESS  

Ontario has launched a $650,000 ad campaign to encourage college and university students to roll up their sleeves for the H1N1 flu...

H1N1 flu shot clinics set to close in parts of Ontario Pat Hewitt  

The time to roll up a sleeve to get an H1N1 flu shot is coming to an end at some public clinics in Ontario.

Garlic outperforming gold and stocks Lesley Ciarula Taylor  

The sweet smell of success in China right now carries a whiff of garlic.

Public health reports 24 cases of H1N1 flu shot reaction

There have been 24 confirmed cases of a type of severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis in Canadians who have received an H1N1...

Pandemic plan an antidote to business disaster Tony Wong  

Cheryl Gray knew she had a problem on her hands when cleaning staff in one of the buildings she was responsible for started...

Swine Flu is a plush toy John Sakamoto  

Many adjectives could be used to describe the H1N1 virus, but it's safe to say that "cuddly" isn't among them.

H1N1 reaction product of hype or prudence? Joseph Hall  

Did public health officials overplay the dangers of swine flu? Was the media coverage justified? Two of Canada's top public health... Comment Count(47)

How they larded H1N1 facts with fear Joseph Hall  

Months of dire swine flu warnings were a dangerous, disruptive cry of "wolf" for an ailment Canadian health officials...

Better to be scared safe than sorry Joseph Hall health reporter  

In public health circles, they're known as black swans.

Batch of H1N1 vaccine recalled for severe reactions Joanna Smith  

A batch of swine flu vaccine is being pulled back for investigation after it appeared to cause higher rates of severe allergic... Comment Count(39)

Toronto study reveals kids with asthma at more risk to H1N1 Anne-Marie Tobin  

Parents of children with asthma should have an "increased state of alertness" about the pandemic flu virus, suggests the...

Asthma in kids may be significant risk factor for severe H1N1: study THE CANADIAN PRESS  

Researchers at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children say asthma appears to be a significant risk factor for severe cases of...

Push is on to inoculate everyone against H1N1 Theresa Boyle  

Public health officials are making a big push for everyone to get the shot now that it is widely available.

Flu does not take a holiday, top health official warns Theresa Boyle  

Even though some areas of the province have reported that H1N1 activity has peaked, public health officials say it's still...

H1N1 shots opened up to all in GTA Theresa Boyle  

The Premier said the vaccine will now be available to everyone across the province, a move that is expected to be officially...

Few adverse reactions to H1N1 vaccine Joanna Smith  

Fewer Canadians have suffered severe side effects from the H1N1 flu vaccine than normally react to the seasonal flu shot so far...

Ontario won't investigate how Leafs, Raptors got H1N1 vaccine shots

Team owners say the only members of the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and the NBA's Toronto Raptors to get the swine flu shots were in...

H1N1 vaccine safer than seasonal flu shot Joanna Smith  

Fewer people have had an adverse reaction to the H1N1 vaccine than normally react to the seasonal flu shot, according to Canada...

All H1N1 clinics in GTA open to general public Theresa Boyle  

Everyone in the GTA will soon be able to get an H1N1 shot.

Services cut in wake of H1N1 Vanessa Lu  

With more than half of Toronto Public Health's staff deployed to work related to the H1N1 influenza pandemic, regular programs...

Take lead on H1N1 translation, Ottawa told Joanna Smith  

The Liberals are urging the federal government to translate H1N1 pamphlets into dozens of languages, but local public health...

Pork farmers' troubles ease Joanna Smith  

Hog producers are starting to relax now that China is the only significant market barring Canadian pork exports due to H1N1, but...

One quarter of Canadians immunized for H1N1: Top doc THE CANADIAN PRESS  

The country's chief public health officer says Canada is leading the world when it comes to percentage of population vaccinated... Comment Count(39)

Will H1N1 put an end to trepidation about working from home? Michelle McQuigge  

When H1N1 came calling, Clare Kumar heard opportunity knocking.

Ontario pharmacies deluged with H1N1 inquiries

Ontario residents are flocking to their pharmacists with questions and concerns about the H1N1 flu virus.

Hundreds of flu shot doses get thrown out Emily Mathieu  

Public health officials have been throwing out hundreds of doses of H1N1 flu vaccine even as Canadians endure long lineups. Comment Count(25)

Labs struggling to police germs Steve Rennie  

Government labs, including the one handling samples of H1N1 flu, struggle to keep track of stored viruses and bacteria, a recent...

Death tally doesn't show H1N1's true toll, experts say Helen Branswell  

Are you confused by the H1N1 numbers? Wondering why public health officials are making such a fuss about a virus that has so far...

Hundreds of H1N1 shots tossed out Alison Auld  

Health authorities in Toronto and across the country have tossed out hundreds of doses of the H1N1 flu vaccine because of... Comment Count(45)

Seniors and kids to get H1N1 shot on Monday Theresa Boyle  

With Ontario now seeing about twice the amount of flu activity than it has in past years, elementary students and seniors with...

Teacher's union wants H1N1 shots given at schools THE CANADIAN PRESS  

An Ontario teachers' union says vaccinating children at school is the way to go as some local health units open H1N1 clinics to...

H1N1 suspected in Ottawa prof's death

A 38-year-old Ottawa father of three has died after being admitted to hospital this week with what was believed to be swine flu.

Swine flu causes surge of garlic sales in Serbia Dusan Stojanovic  

Belgrade's open-air markets were a welter of busy customers Friday, pushing and shoving to buy one item – garlic.

Ottawa clears H1N1 vaccine for pregnant women Joanna Smith  

The federal government has approved the Canadian version of the swine flu vaccine for pregnant women and will soon begin allowing...

22 million cases, 4,000 deaths from flu in U.S.

The H1N1 flu has sickened about 22 million Americans since April and killed nearly 4,000, including 540 children, according to...

Schoolchildren next up for flu shots Joanna Smith  

Toronto officials announced clinics will soon vaccinate healthy school-age children. Federal health officials, meanwhile... Comment Count(26)

One shot of H1N1 vaccine enough for some kids Joanna Smith, Theresa Boyle  

Parents dreading a second trip to the flu clinic to immunize their kids against swine flu will be happy to learn their first wait...

WHO urging early use of antiviral drugs when at-risk people catch H1N1 Helen Branswell  

People at high-risk from H1N1 infection or those who start to progress from normal flu to more severe illness need rapid treatment...

H1N1 queue jumpers act on survival instinct: sociologist Pat Hewitt  

Several factors may be prompting the "me first" behaviour among those who are jumping the line to get H1N1 shots.

More young people get H1N1, but mortality highest in elderly: Mexico study THE CANADIAN PRESS  

A new study of pandemic H1N1 cases in Mexico shows that young people are most susceptible to getting the disease, but death rates...

Canadians think governments OK on H1N1, but media overreacting: poll Sheryl Ubelacker  

Opposition politicians and the media may be hammering governments for their handling of the H1N1 situation, but a new poll...

Police brass receive H1N1 flu shot Theresa Boyle  

Police brass, including Toronto Chief Bill Blair, were given the flu shot almost two weeks ago even though they were not on the... Comment Count(60)

Flu-savvy Santas packing Purell this year Francine Kopun  

Santa wants children with symptoms of H1N1 to stay home until they're feeling better and not climb onto his lap for pictures...

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