Max Rady College of Medicine

Term: Peak Flu Period

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Time during winter months (December - April) when a concentrated number of people are admitted to acute care hospitals with influenza-like illnesses.

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References 

  • Bruce S, De Coster C, Trumble-Waddell J, Burchill C, De Haney S. Acuity of Patients Hospitalized for Medical Conditions at Winnipeg Acute Care Hospitals. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation and Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, 2001. [Report] [Summary] (View)


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