Dallas County says 46-year-old is first to die of flu this season
DALLAS - Dallas County is reporting its first flu death of the season.
Health officials did not release details about the 46-year-old patient’s identity for privacy reasons.
Dallas County’s health director is urging people to get a seasonal flu shot.
"This first death in Dallas County during this season is a sad reminder that influenza also needs to be taken seriously. The best way to protect yourself and others is to get your seasonal flu shot," said Dr. Philip Huang, the Dallas County Health and Human Services director.
People can get the flu shot at the same time as a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot, he said.
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