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Despite the warm fall, respiratory virus season has begun as the province is starting to see an uptick in cases of the flu and COVID-19. Global’s Teagan Rasche has more on what experts are predicting for this season of sickness.

Many Canadians are getting prepared to receive their annual vaccines as we approach the peak of fall respiratory virus season. According to the Government of Canada, 34 per cent of Canadian adults were vaccinated for the 2025-2026 season. Dr. Alon Vaisman, Infectious Diseases specialist with the University Health Network, joins our Miranda Anthistle to discuss...

A man has died in France after contracting the world’s first documented human case of Shamonda virus. The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday that the virus was unlikely to pose a wider public health threat, as the man was severely immunocompromised.

Reasearchers watch closely as the latest strain of the flu virus makes its way to Canada for the upcoming respiratory virus season. The province has also made an important vaccination announcement for babies born in Alberta hospitals. Craig Momney reports.

A potential exposure to a contagious horse virus in Sussex is forcing event cancellations, and putting horse owners across New Brunswick on alert. But concerns are being raised as the province moves away from publicly delivered field veterinary services. Reeti Meenakshi Rohilla explains.

Health Ministers from across Africa are coming together to discuss how they plan on limiting the ongoing Ebola outbreak. This comes after Nigeria reported its first case of the virus this week involving a person who travelled to the country from Uganda. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Oct. 22,...

Health authorities in Nigeria say they have confirmed a case of Ebola in the country’s capital city. The patient reportedly began showing symptoms of the virus after a trip to Uganda and has been admitted to a private hospital. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Oct. 21, 2026.

In this week’s edition of Science News Now we look at why bats can carry deadly viruses without becoming sick and a new textile that can repair itself and respond to its environment. Athi Selvadurai, a researcher-programmer with the Ontario Science Centre joins Miranda Anthistle to break down the latest science news.

Kenya has reported its first confirmed case of Ebola after a person died from the virus in Nairobi. The country’s health minister says the patient arrived in Kenya on Saturday after travelling from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Oct. 6, 2026.

As cold and flu season approaches, people living with heart conditions may face a higher risk of serious complications from respiratory viruses. Cardiologist Dr. Siu Him Chan explains what to watch for, which vaccines can help, and how to stay healthy this fall.

Manitobans must still pay out of pocket for the shingles vaccine — which for many can be a barrier to getting the shot. Global’s Teagan Rasche has more on the virus and why experts want to see change.

Respiratory syncytial virus is a leading cause of hospitalization for infants. However, a new study shows that getting vaccinated is one of the most effective ways to keep young children out of the intensive care unit. Health reporter Katherine Ward explains.

Another person has died in Pennsylvania from complications associated with measles as the state continues to deal with an ongoing outbreak of the virus. This marks the third death this year associated with the outbreak. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Sep. 14, 2026.

Ottawa has announced new funding to help improve HIV prevention and support services across the country. Five million dollars is being provided to expand access to HIV testing and hire support workers for communities hit hardest by the virus. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Sep. 11, 2026.

The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has continued its spread, reaching two new health zones in eastern Congo. Sixty people in those areas have now been infected with the virus. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Aug. 28, 2026.

Public health officials say the aggressive, daytime biting Asian tiger mosquito has been detected through Niagara’s surveillance program. The species can spread viruses including West Nile and Zika, but officials say there is currently no change to the risk level in the region.  

West Nile virus is something to watch for this time of year, and new warnings south of the border have put the issue back into the spotlight. Health reporter Katherine Ward has more on symptoms to watch for, and how to keep yourself safe.

Two batches of mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus in Hamilton, Ont. The medical officer of health has since raised the risk of the virus from low to moderate on Thursday. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for July 31, 2026.

Three people near Montreal are undergoing emergency preventative treatment for rabies after being attacked by a stray cat. The province says it’s the first confirmed case of raccoon rabies in a cat, a variant of the virus that had been eliminated in Quebec. Mike Armstrong reports.

The province is taking action to help prevent a disease caused by mosquitoes. Due to recent weather, West Nile Virus poses a bigger risk to Manitobans. And as Teagan Rasche reports, it’s prompting the spraying of a pesticide in multiple parts of the province.