Manitoba is seeing an increase in flu cases this season.

Michael Routledge, Manitoba Chief Public Health Officer says there are 480 lab-confirmed cases of influenza, and 9 confirmed influenza related deaths in the province. He says Manitoba, like most of Canada, is currently experiencing a peak in flu cases.

Manitobans are being reminded to wash hands regularly, practice good cough and sneeze etiquette, and get the flu shot in order to prevent spreading.

In Thompson, residents can get a flu shot at Thompson General Hospital from Monday to Friday 2-3pm.