The province held a press conference Thursday afternoon regarding the flu, saying so far this year the number of reported cases is normal.
"As of today, there have been 45 reported cases of lab-confirmed influenza. To date, there have been no confirmed influenza-related deaths this season," said the province in a release.
Of those, 39 of the cases are H1N1. There may be more cases, which have not been reported.
"The Office of the Chief Provincial Public Health advises the province is experiencing the typical increases in cases of seasonal influenza in Manitoba, indicating that flu season is underway," said the province.
The cause of death of a child remains under investigation after H1N1 was found in his lungs.
The province issued advice to guard against the flu.
Health officials encouraged people to regularly wash their hands and practice good sneeze and cough etiquette by sneezing or coughing into your elbow, sleeve or using a tissue.
Flu shots are also still available.
"This year's seasonal flu vaccine protects against H1N1 influenza A, as well as two other strains of the flu. Manitobans who have not yet received their flu shot this year can contact their health-care provider or community public health clinic to make arrangements," said the province.
More flu information is available on the province's website.
