A federal report released on Dec. 29 contains a review of the government’s response to last year’s H1N1 (or swine flu) pandemic and 34 ways to improve preparations for a flu pandemic and decision-making during future outbreaks. The report, Lessons Learned Review: Public Health Agency …

Flu season is almost upon us. Some jurisdictions, such as MB and SK, have already announced that flu vaccines will be available free of charge to all, not just those in high risk groups. What about H1N1? Do people still have to worry about getting …

Workers’ compensation provides benefits for workers who suffer not only work-related injuries but also illnesses. Some illnesses are designated as “occupational diseases” by the workers’ comp laws and automatically covered. But other types of illnesses are only considered an “occupational disease” when they arise out …