TLDRAlberta's flu season has been the deadliest in recent memory, with 250 deaths reported so far, according to CBC News. This alarming increase has prompted health experts to call for urgent action. The province's respiratory virus dashboard indicates that this season's flu, primarily driven by the H3N2 strain, has caused significant strain on the healthcare system and families. Experts attribute the severity to a complex mix of factors, including low immunization rates, vaccine mismatch, and changes in flu patterns since the COVID-19 pandemic. The province has launched a campaign to promote flu vaccinations, but uptake remains low, with only 20.1% of Albertans vaccinated so far this season.

Source: CBC News March 07, 2026 00:42 UTC