Local child dies from flu amid severe influenza season
PHAC declared the start of an influenza epidemic last week
A child in eastern Ontario who tested positive for the flu has died, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit confirmed Sunday.
The health unit did not share any details about the child who died, including their age and whether they had any pre-existing conditions.
The flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to reduce health risk, [Dr. Linna Li, the unit's acting medical officer of health] said, adding everyone over six months of age is strongly recommended to get the shot.
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