Although flu activity in the London area is still described as low by the Middlesex-London Health Unit, it has claimed a life.
Only two cases of influenza were reported between November 30 and December 6, but in one case, the patient died. There have been seven flu cases since September 1 and one outbreak. Two people have required hospitalization.
Across the country, 48 flu cases were reported and the majority of patients were over the age of 65.