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Public service campaigns to get people immunized ahead of influzenza season began in the fall, but the Saskatoon Health Region is making a mid-winter call after seeing an upswing in cases.
“This hasn’t been a typical influenza season, and we are just now beginning to see an upswing in confirmed influenza cases that could last well into March,” deputy medical health officer Dr. Simon Kapaj said in a release.
“Of particular concern are the health risks that seasonal influenza poses to our most vulnerable populations, including the elderly, young children, pregnant women and those with weakened immune systems or other chronic health conditions, and their caregivers.”
The region warns the slow but steady rise in cases will occur over the next couple of weeks with the peak hitting near the end of the month.
The region said anyone who hasn’t received a flu shot and wants one can make an appointment with their physician or visit a pharmacy.
About 83,578 people in the region have received a flu shot so far, while nearly two-thirds of region staff have been immunized.
The flu shot will be offered until March 31.
