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The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit says there may be a slow start to the flu season compared to last year but the numbers are slowly increasing. Here's more on that.

MAHC is monitoring influenza levels in the community and is screening patients for flu-like symptoms both at Emergency Department triage and at Patient Registration. Anyone experiencing a sudden onset of fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, muscle and joint pain, and/or headache, must put on a mask. While these measures are in place for patients, visitors to the hospital come and go freely.

To prevent spreading viruses to others, clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub – especially before entering and after exiting a hospital room. Sneeze and cough into your elbow, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.

Health professionals are predicting a bad flu season and are encouraging residents to get the flu shot. We went to Muskoka Pharmacy to talk about the importance of the flu shot. Melissa Candelaria took the opportunity to get one herself.