# Alberta’s Flu Crisis Hits New Low | Calgary News

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Podcast: [Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calgary-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7599267)
Published: 2026-09-16T21:02:31+00:00
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Alberta’s flu season just hit a terrifying new low—thousands of H3N2 cases weekly, with only 20% of people vaccinated, the worst rate since 2010. Hospitals are already overwhelmed, and experts warn we need 80%+ coverage to protect the system. The province is pushing hard for free flu shots for all ages six months and up, stressing that vaccination safeguards families and eases pressure on healthcare workers. But vaccine confidence is slipping—partly because COVID-19 shots now cost most Albertans, fueling broader hesitancy. Underlying causes? Safety fears, distrust, misinformation, and complacency. Health officials are clear: get your flu shot before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/alberta-flu-vaccine-respiratory-virus-covid/wcm/fcb7d5e5-88e4-4dbd-b93d-0b481f520f11 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1cf06995ad21f494 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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