Flu cases rise in N.L., with 16 people in hospital and one death

More people are getting the flu in Newfoundland and Labrador. The flu, or influenza, is an illness caused by a virus. The latest numbers from the provincial government show 45 new cases. Tests in a lab confirmed these cases. The numbers go to October 31 and were updated November 6. Sixteen people are in hospital with the flu. Three of them are very sick. One person has died from the flu. Now everyone must wear a mask in all health-care places in the province. People can still get a flu shot. They can book one online or at a pharmacy.