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DCHHS reports fifth flu-related
death of 2019-2020 season
DALLAS (Jan. 7, 2020) – Dallas County
Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting the fifth flu-related death
in Dallas County for the 2019-2020 season. The patient was 85 years of
age and a resident of Cedar Hill. 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.
Philip 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 your seasonal flu vaccine. Flu vaccines for adults and
children are available at all DCHHS immunization clinic sites
at no cost.
DCCHS will provide free flu
immunizations for adults and children at the following community
outreach locations:
Sunday, January 7, 2020
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
St. Augustine Cristo Rey Church
1054 N. St. Augustine Dr.
Dallas, TX 75217
Saturday, January 25, 2020
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Pleasant Grove Christian Church
1324 Pleasant Dr.
Dallas, TX 75217
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