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Originally Posted by wehateporn
They do a little trick with their statistics to help with marketing a pointless product; they assume all Pneumonia deaths are caused by Flu 
Canada Virtually Eliminates Flu Deaths While U.S. Has Thousands
Canada Virtually Eliminates Flu Deaths While US Has Thousands
"Over the last four years, Canada has had a grand total of 16 "flu-associated" fatalities for their pediatric age category -- which includes everybody under the age of 18.
This included all H1N1 and seasonal cases. Three-quarters of these deaths had severe and chronic underlying health conditions.
That's 16 total deaths among a pediatric population of 7.86 million, the majority of whom -- 60 percent or more -- remained unvaccinated." |
that was a fun read but here's the actual truth, directly from the Canada Public Health Agency:
OTTAWA, Nov. 6, 2012 /CNW/ - Flu season is here again, and the Public Health Agency of Canada is reminding Canadians of the simple and important steps they can take to protect themselves and their loved ones from getting sick.
"The flu is a serious illness, more so than many might realize," said federal Health Minister, Leona Aglukkaq. "That's why it's important that all Canadians over the age of six months take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and those around them by getting the flu shot."
Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory illness that spreads rapidly from person to person.
Every year, between 2,000 and 8,000 Canadians die of the flu and its complications, and even more become seriously ill and require hospitalization.
Public Health Agency of Canada | The Public Health Agency of Canada reminds Canadians to protect themselves this flu season