| March 6, 2008 6-year-old dies from flu-related causes in Massachusetts
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BOSTON (AP) - State health officials have confirmed the first
flu-related death of a child this year in Massachusetts.
The Department of Public Health says the 6-year-old, identified
only as a resident of Suffolk County, died last weekend.
Officials say the child suffered from a number of health
problems that likely added to complications from the flu.
Dr. Susan Lett, Medical Director of the Department of Public
Health's Immunization Program, says pediatric deaths from influenza
are rare in Massachusetts.
According to the DPH, flu activity peaked in the state during
the week of February 17th, but will remain active through April.
State health officials say the best way to avoid spreading the
illness is to get vaccinated, stay home when sick, and frequently
wash your hands.
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