Clinton Public Hospital. (Submitted photo)Clinton Public Hospital. (Submitted photo)
Midwestern

Flu outbreak declared over at local hospital

An influenza outbreak at a local hospital has been declared over.

On December 21st, the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance declared an influenza outbreak at the Clinton Public Hospital. As of today, the outbreak has been declared over.

Visitors to the hospital are reminded that if they are feeling unwell or are experiencing flu symptoms, they should avoid visiting the hospital and stay home until they are well.

The flu shot is the best protection against the flu and is still available through family doctors for all ages and pharmacies for people aged five and over.

Read More Local Stories

Crash in Tilbury claims driver's life

Chatham-Kent police reported a 44-year-old man driving a pickup truck was killed in the crash at Jeanettes Creek Road and Coutts Line around 6 p.m. Tuesday.

CK police charge woman with assault

According to Chatham-Kent police, the victim was walking around King Street East in Chatham when she was approached by a woman she didn't know and struck in the face.

(File photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo Inc. / dehooks)

Scoreboard, Aug 5

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 7-2 to the Houston Astros on Tuesday while the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight, 8-0 over Seattle.