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Flu vaccine appointments are now open in Quebec as early flu season looms

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Glorieux-Stryckman, M. (2026, October 13). Flu vaccine appointments are now open in Quebec as early flu season looms. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/life/health-wellness/flu-vaccine-appointments-are-now-open-in-quebec-as-early-flu-season-looms/article_b098f436-729f-5fc0-9ea6-e71f285248bd.html

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Quebec has opened flu vaccine appointments amid warnings of an early flu season. The provincial health department advises that vulnerable individuals receive their vaccinations before the holidays to mitigate risks associated with the upcoming winter months.

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Quebec residents can now book appointments for the flu vaccine as officials warn of an early flu season this year. The Quebec health and social services department advises that those at higher risk, such as elderly individuals or those with chronic illnesses, should receive their vaccinations before the holiday season to protect themselves during what is typically a peak time for illness transmission.

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“The articles describe different aspects of the flu situation in Canada, with one focusing on Quebec's early vaccine appointments and the other on broader trends across provinces.”

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“The articles discuss different aspects of the flu season; Article A provides general information about the effectiveness and concerns regarding this year's flu shot, while Article B reports on the opening of appointments for flu vaccines in Quebec due to an early flu season warning.”

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“The articles discuss general advice for an early flu season but do not describe the same specific incident or occurrence.”

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Appointments are now open for flu vaccines in Quebec as the province’s health department warns of an early flu season. asserted

department → warn → season

The Quebec health and social services department says vulnerable people should get their shots before the holiday season. asserted

people → say → season

Flu vaccine appointments are now open in Quebec as early flu season looms

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