Island Health facilities hit with flu, norovirus outbreaks - Victoria Times Colonist
Outbreaks of flu and gastrointestinal illnesses have been declared at several Island Health hospitals and long-term care facilities.
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Outbreaks of flu and gastrointestinal illnesses have been declared at several Island Health hospitals and long-term care facilities.
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