The article suggests that it is an epidemic in the west.
Have you got the flu?
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The latest national flu statistics posted Friday paint the familiar feverish post-holiday picture, with outbreaks of influenza and similar illnesses flaring in many regions of Canada.
It makes sense after the holiday season, said Dr. Danuta Skowronski, physician epidemiologist at the B.C. Centre for Disease Control.
"During that period there is lots of social mixing because of the festive activities," she said.
"The very young, parents, grandparents, the elderly, lots of hugging in close contact, we did expect there would be further amplification."
A lasting holiday gift for Canadians: the flu - Health - CBC News
Have you got the flu?
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The latest national flu statistics posted Friday paint the familiar feverish post-holiday picture, with outbreaks of influenza and similar illnesses flaring in many regions of Canada.
It makes sense after the holiday season, said Dr. Danuta Skowronski, physician epidemiologist at the B.C. Centre for Disease Control.
"During that period there is lots of social mixing because of the festive activities," she said.
"The very young, parents, grandparents, the elderly, lots of hugging in close contact, we did expect there would be further amplification."
A lasting holiday gift for Canadians: the flu - Health - CBC News