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DCHHS reports fourth flu-related death of 2019-2020 season
DALLAS (December 23, 2019) – Dallas
County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting the fourth
flu-related death in Dallas County for the 2019-2020 season. The patient
was 34 years of age and was a resident of the city of Dallas. For
medical confidentiality and personal privacy reasons, DCHHS does not
provide additional identifying information.
“We have seen an early increase in flu
activity in Dallas this season. While we cannot predict the severity
or duration of the flu season from year to year, the best way to protect
yourself and others is to get your flu vaccine", said Dr. Philp Huang,
DCHHS Director and Health Authority.
"Getting flu vaccine is especially
important for persons with chronic health conditions, such as asthma,
diabetes, or heart disease-to decrease their risk of severe flu
illness. Practicing everyday preventive actions can also help slow
the spread of influenza and other respiratory illnesses. These steps
include: frequent hand washing, covering your coughs/sneezes with a
tissue or into your elbow and staying home if you have flu-like
symptoms. Finally, if you do get sick with the flu, take antiviral
medications if your doctor prescribes them."
The Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccine for all persons aged 6
months and older, with rare exception, Individuals should discuss flu
vaccine concerns with a health care provider.
It is not too late to receive the flu
vaccine. Flu vaccine for adults and children is available at DCHHS at the mail
building clinic located at 2377 N. Stemmons Fwy, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
DCCHS will provide free flu immunizations
at the following location:
- 1/25/2020 - Health and Safety Fair at the Pleasant
Grove Christian Church
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