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For Immediate Release
December 20, 2022
Contact: Elizabeth Goodsitt/Jennifer Miller 608-266-1683
DHS Confirms Pediatric Influenza-Associated Death in Wisconsin
?Encourages everyone six months and older to get the influenza (flu) vaccine
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric?influenza-associated death in Wisconsin for the 2022-2023 season. Nationwide, 30 pediatric influenza-associated deaths have been reported.?
DHS encourages all Wisconsinites, especially children, to get vaccinated against the flu as soon as possible. Early data show this year?s flu vaccine is a match to current circulating influenza strains and will prevent or reduce symptoms of influenza infection.?
?DHS is saddened to report the first death of a child from influenza in Wisconsin this season,? said DHS Chief Medical Officer and State Epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard. ?Flu cases are on the rise throughout the state, and it is important to take steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Flu vaccines are safe and effective, and we urge all eligible Wisconsinites to get their shot as soon as possible. It is the most powerful tool we have to prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death during flu season.??
View the entire news release.
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