Canadians know less about RSV and pneumococcal disease than flu and COVID-19.

A new study says almost all Canadians know about flu and COVID-19, but fewer know about RSV and pneumococcal disease.

The study says people need to learn more about these illnesses and how to prevent them.

Many Canadians did not get vaccinated against these illnesses in the last year and may not talk to a doctor about them.

Not many people are getting vaccinated, even though many are getting sick with these illnesses.

Many people were hospitalized with flu, RSV, and COVID-19. These illnesses can be prevented with vaccines.

Fewer than half of seniors and even fewer adults got vaccinated against COVID-19.

Not many adults got vaccinated against the flu.

Many people had to change their plans because they got sick with a respiratory illness.

Some people missed family gatherings and had to take sick leave.

Some Canadians want to talk to a doctor about how to prevent these illnesses.

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