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Flu season has arrived and all Ontarians are urged to get a fu shot to protect themselves and those around them, Ontario‘s acting chief medical officer of health, Dr. David Williams, said. "This is a proven, safe, effective and free way to promote good health and prevent illness," said Williams. "It is important to get the flu shot to protect not just your own health, but also those around you who may be more vulnerable." Immunization is especially imporâ€" tant for those at high risk of complications from influenza such as young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions Conestoga College is a much larger, more diverse institution these days, with many more services and learning opportunities for students and the community. Accordingly, Conestoga will host two special openâ€"house events during the first week in December to highlight academic programs, student support services and career pathways to potenâ€" People urged to get the flu shot Open houses showcase Conestoga College "~$5,500 OFF "* $4,500 OFF UP TO $3,750 OFF This is our onceâ€"aâ€"year big savings event. We need to clear out all of last year‘s models to make room for new stock and we‘re in a hurry. Save big on the allâ€"new Lancer and railyâ€"inspired Outlander or get your hands on the sporty 2007 Eciipse or Gatant Railiart. Hurry in to your local Mitsubishi deater for a test drive today and get the best de ts af the year on our full imeâ€"up of the bestâ€" backed cars in the world 2211 Eagle Street North, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 4R7, 1â€"888â€"662â€"8025 www.cambridgemitsubishi.com Cambridge Mitsubishi and the elderly. It is also important for healthâ€"care workers, family members and others in close contact with highâ€"risk people to get the flu shot. If people in highâ€"risk groups do get sick with influenza, the immunity proâ€" vided by the vaccine can reduce the severity of the illness and possibly save lives. It is also important to wash your hands often and thoroughly. An effective handâ€"washing method is easy to learn and can significantly reduce the spread of infectious disâ€" eases, such as influenza, among both children and adults. Flu shots are free to anyone aged six Parent Information Day is on Dec. 1 from 1â€"3 p.m. Every college academic area will have displays and information available, as well as faculty and adminâ€" istrators on hand to provide programâ€" specific details and answer questions. The information fair is in the gymnasiâ€" tial students, their families and friends. Both activities take place at the Doon campus in Kitchener. $ iÂ¥lke: Y fi . remnsagtes CC adtmarad nusid _ e Wemmam Unlimit sca he pee im '..hfl/h‘:h C jsar/ $0,000 km Year/ NM CIST1 s 9 months or older who lives, works or attends school in Ontario. They are available across the province through doctars‘ offices, employerâ€"sponsored clinics, public health units, local pharmacies, hospiâ€" tals, longâ€"term care homes, Communiâ€" ty Health Centres and Community Care Access Centres. Recent data from Statistics Canada shows that thanks to Ontario‘s univerâ€" sal immunization program, this province has the highest rate of flu vaccine uptake at 42 per cent, for perâ€" sons aged 12 years of age and older. Visit www.gettheflushot.ca for more information on the flu shot and where to find a flu immunization clinic. um of the Conestoga Recreation Cenâ€" ire, and also features similar informaâ€" tion and displays about college servicâ€" On Dec. 6 Conestoga will hold a degree information night from 7â€"9 p.m. in the Blue Room at the Doon campus main teaching building. This event is likewise free and open to the public. WATERLOG 25 Benjamin Rd East; off Weber Street North, Waterioo 519â€"888â€"0138 Mon. â€" Fri. 9:30 a.m. â€" 9 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a m. â€" 6 p.m., Sun. 12 noon â€" 5 p.m )Loccred on Willis Way at the Shops at Waterioo Town Square §19â€"888â€"SPAS _ www.TheWatersSpa.com Prepare For Your CHRISTMAS PARTY WATERLOO CHRONICLE + Wednesday, November ST. JACOBS dWfters Open holidays except Dec. 25 & Jan 1 21, 2007 7+ 13