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A more than three-fold increase in influenza-related deaths in NSW has sparked a plea from health authorities for those with the flu to stay away from vulnerable people like the elderly. So far this year 45 people have died while suffering from flu, which is a big jump from the 13 deaths reported at the same time in 2015.
The jump reflects a huge increase in outbreaks in nursing homes, with 79 reported to date for the year - up from 38 at the same time 12 months ago.
The outbreaks have affected just under 1000 staff and residents.
The jump reflects a huge increase in outbreaks in nursing homes, with 79 reported to date for the year - up from 38 at the same time 12 months ago.
The outbreaks have affected just under 1000 staff and residents.