Immunization against influenza (flu) helps save lives. The flu vaccination is a patient’s best defense against the influenza virus.
Diagnosing influenza
For influenza diagnosis information, please refer to:
- Diagnostic information (1) – Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
Treating influenza
The Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada (AMMI) has developed comprehensive “Influenza Information and Treatment” guidelines. For complete recommendations, download the guidelines from AMMI Canada.
Protecting patients against influenza
Influenza immunization
Health care providers play an important role in preventing the spread of influenza. As a health care provider, you can help your patients make an informed decision about influenza immunization.
It’s important to recommend the flu shot to all your eligible patients. Research shows:
- When health care providers recommend a flu shot, patients are more likely to get one. Eight out of 10 people take their physician’s advice and get immunized.
- When health care providers get a flu shot, they reduce the risk of passing the virus on to patients, especially vulnerable people who are more at risk of complications.
Universal Influenza Immunization Program (UIIP)
- Universal Influenza Immunization Program (UIIP)
- NACI Statement on Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
- Ministry of Health UIIP Influenza Vaccine Products
Resources from Health Canada
Resources from the Ministry of Health
Product monographs
Components of the influenza vaccine
The periodic replacement of viruses contained in the influenza vaccines is necessary in order for the vaccines to be effective due to the constant evolving nature of influenza viruses, including those circulating and infecting humans.
Vaccine Ordering and Returns
To order or return vaccine, please refer to vaccine ordering and fridge inspections.