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First Case of Influenza Confirmed in Algoma

Jon Bouma, the manager of Environmental Health and Communicable Disease Control with the Algoma Health Unit says testing has confirmed the first case of influenza A in the Algoma district.

Influenza can be a serious disease especially in those with other health concerns, said Bouma.

He emphasizes the best way to prevent illness is to get a flu shot.

Anyone over the age of five is encouraged to get the free flu shot from their primary healthcare provider or local pharmacy.

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