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DHSS Press Release



Rita Landgraf, Secretary
Carl Kanefsky, Communications Director
(302) 255-9047, Pager
Email: carl.kanefsky@delaware.gov

Date: February 28, 2011
DHSS-12-2011





INFLUENZA DEATH REPORTED IN SUSSEX COUNTY


Delaware's Division of Public Health reports the second flu death of the 2010-2011 flu season occurred Feb. 24 of a 45 year-old woman from Sussex County. The individual had underlying health conditions and had been hospitalized.

Certain groups of people are at higher risk of complications from influenza, including people with chronic underlying health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and those who are immune suppressed.

Precautions to help stop the spread of flu include:

Stay informed about the latest developments on the flu, by visiting www.flu.delaware.gov



Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.





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