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DALLAS
(Jan. 10, 2020) – Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is
reporting the sixth flu-related death in Dallas County for the
2019-2020 season. The patient was 82 years of age and a resident
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. 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 12, 2020
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
St. Augustine Cristo Rey Church
1054 N. St. Augustine Dr.
Dallas, TX 75217
Thursday, January 23, 2020
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Eastfield Community College
3737 Motley Dr.
Mesquite, TX 75150
Saturday, January 25, 2020
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Pleasant Grove Christian Church
1324 Pleasant Dr.
Dallas, TX 75217
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