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17-Year-Old Dies from Flu as Arkansas Faces Crisis

2/11/2025

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In a heartbreaking turn of events, 17-year-old Ca’myiah Simmons from Sherwood, Arkansas, tragically lost her life on January 31 due to flu complications. Her death highlights the severe flu season gripping the state, which has seen 30 fatalities. Health officials are urgently advocating for vaccinations and prompt medical care as hospitalizations surge across the country.

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In a heartbreaking turn of events, 17-year-old Ca’myiah Simmons from Sherwood, Arkansas, tragically lost her life on January 31 due to flu complications. Her death highlights the severe flu season gripping the state, which has seen 30 fatalities. Health officials are urgently advocating for vaccinations and prompt medical care as hospitalizations surge across the country.