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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 7, 2011
DHSS-6-2011





INFLUENZA STATUS WIDESPREAD IN DELAWARE


Delaware's Division of Public has upgraded its influenza status from sporadic to widespread after confirming 14 cases in an institution during the week ending Jan. 29, 2011. While levels of influenza-like illness have remained below regional baseline, the change in status reflects an increase in cases within a single institution. With seasonal influenza vaccine available statewide, residents are encouraged to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Laboratory results received as of Feb. 2, DPH has confirmed 338 cases of seasonal influenza in Delaware in the 2010 - 2011 influenza season. There have been no deaths due to seasonal influenza in Delaware during the 2010 - 2011 influenza season.

Cases statewide are as follows:

Individuals with questions about influenza should call DPH's Office of Health Information and Epidemiology at (302) 744-4541 or visit DPH's website : www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph



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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