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Michigan Reports First Pediatric Flu Deaths Amid Surge

2/13/2025

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Michigan Flu Crisis

Michigan is grappling with its first two pediatric flu deaths this season, both tied to the aggressive influenza A (H1N1). With over 10,000 hospitalizations, flu activity has surged to a 15-year high. Tragically, 57 children have lost their lives nationwide. Health officials are urgently advocating for vaccinations for everyone over six months to curb this alarming outbreak.

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CDC Urges Vaccination

The CDC has declared this flu season as high severity, marking the first time since 2017-18. With 35 states and D.C. experiencing intense flu activity, the toll is staggering: 29 million illnesses, 370,000 hospitalizations, and 16,000 deaths. To combat this surge, the CDC urges everyone aged six months and older to get vaccinated.

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Michigan Flu Crisis

Michigan is grappling with its first two pediatric flu deaths this season, both tied to the aggressive influenza A (H1N1). With over 10,000 hospitalizations, flu activity has surged to a 15-year high. Tragically, 57 children have lost their lives nationwide. Health officials are urgently advocating for vaccinations for everyone over six months to curb this alarming outbreak.

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