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Flu season, Influenza Ontario

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Influenza in Ontario The flu generally hits Canada between October and May with a peak period around February. It is likely that as cold weather outdoors arrives, we spend more time indoors and in closer contact with each other. Dry air tends to irritate the mucous membranes around the eyes and in the nose making them more susceptible to infiltration by flu viruses, and with more nose blowing coming in from outdoors and sneezing (spraying effect) due to dust and irritation.... there is a more likely chance of exposure to contaminated droplets and surfaces. C'mon now... watch how many people wipe their noses then reach for a door knob or to shake hands...   Please note: While many people call an intestinal upset the flu... a true flu ... or influenza, is a respiratory tract infection that can make people very ill and is potentially fatal, especially the ill and/or elderly, yet some even young and fit people may succumb. The so-called stomach flu may be due to any num