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About the H1N1 Flu Virus (Human Swine Flu)

The H1N1 flu virus is caused by a new strain of the influenza A H1N1 virus. It is a new flu virus of swine origin that has never been previously detected in either human or swine. This new virus is being detected among humans and is currently being spread from person-to-person.

H1N1 Flu Virus Symptoms
Usually includes symptoms similar to seasonal influenza (flu) including headache, chills, cough followed by fever, loss of appetite, muscle aches and fatigue, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and throat irritation. Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea may occur in adults as well as in children. In more severe cases, or in people with chronic conditions, complications such as pneumonia may develop.

Recommendations for travellers

Wash your hands frequently - By washing your hands with soap under warm running water, you will reduce your chance of getting the flu. Alcohol-based hand gel can also be used if soap and water are not readily available. It's a good idea to keep some with you in your pocket or purse when you travel.

Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette - Cover your mouth and/or nose to reduce the spread of germs. Remember to wash your hands afterwards.

Try to avoid close contact with people who appear to have a respiratory illness.
Monitor the World Health Organization website frequently for updates on the situation and recommendations.

Pay attention to local government and public health announcements movement restrictions and prevention recommendations.

If you are at risk of severe illness from influenza (for example, persons with chronic conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, elderly or children under 2 years of age), see your health care provider before you travel.

If you are ill with respiratory illness either before you leave Canada or while abroad, you should delay your travel.

Travellers returning to Canada from countries where the H1N1 flu virus is occurring and who develop symptoms of H1N1 flu virus, especially high fever, are advised to follow recommendations in the Monitor Your Health section.
link: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/2009/hsf-outside_na-090529-eng.php#monitor

This travel health notice is being provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada in response to the recent outbreak of H1N1 flu virus. This document has been developed to protect the health of Canadian travellers.
Link: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/2009/hsf-outside_na-090529-eng.php

Summary of laboratory-confirmed cases of H1N1 flu virus reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada, by the provinces and territories as of June 10, 2009 at 15:00 EDT.

Province/New Cases/Total Cases/Deaths
British Columbia 6 151 0
Alberta 24 195 1
Saskatchewan 11 221 0
Manitoba 16 56 0
Ontario 339 1562 2
Quebec 64 611 1
New Brunswick 0 2 0
Nova Scotia 2 78 0
Prince Edward Island 0 3 0
Newfoundland 0 0 0
Yukon 0 1 0
Northwest Territories 0 2 0
Nunavut 71 96 0
Total 533 2978 4


The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is committed to sharing information about H1N1 flu virus cases with Canadians. Confirmed cases are posted Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 16:00 EDT.

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Yes it is time to get ready for spring and summer in Toronto Canada.

The weather is bouncing from minus 20 degrees to plus 5 degrees and leaving us all confused. Really what to wear - from snow to rain and minus to plus all in the same day.

The best way to shop is to go to one of the outlet malls and buy for all three variations of precipitation and temperature.

The first suggestion is the Dixie Outlet Mall located in Mississauga. The Dixie Outlet Mall is located in Mississauga, Ontario, at 1250 South Service Road off the Q.E.W. Dixie has over 140 international and national brand name stores with great bargain prices.

Category Listing

Accessories
Children's Fashions
Department Stores Drugs,
Cosmetics And Health
Food Services
Footwear
General Merchandise And Stationery
Home Furnishings
Leisure And Recreation
Mall Entertainment
Women's Men's Unisex And Specialty Fashions

Use the Mississauga Transit

Dixie Outlet Mall is serviced by three routes:
· Route 4 - Applewood
· Route 5 - Dixie
· Route 85 - Dixie Express

All three routes drop off at the same stop on Dixie's parking lot. The bus loop is immediately adjacent to the Burger King restaurant in the southeast parking lot, just off Dixie Road South. Service begins at approximately 5:00 a.m. daily and ends at approximately 12:00 a.m. Buses run every 20 minutes during peak hours and every 20-45 minutes during off-peak hours.

Use the Go Transit

On the Lakeshore West Line Exit the GO train at Long Branch station. Take the Mississauga Transit bus service from Long Branch station. The Route 5 northbound will take you directly to Dixie Outlet Mall.

For additional mall info
http://dixieoutletmall.shopping.ca

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