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Marion woman dies from H1N1 virus
Staff report
Published: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m.
OCALA ? A 20-year-old Marion County woman has died from the H1N1 virus, commonly called swine flu, according to the the Marion County Health Department.
?Our deepest sympathies are extended to the family and friends of the young lady,? said Dr. Nathan Grossman, director of the Marion County Health Department, in a news release. ?This tragic loss is a painful reminder that H1N1 flu is present in our community. The H1N1 vaccine is now available to anyone who wants protection against the H1N1 influenza virus, so I urge all citizens to receive the vaccine.?
Since April, when the first cases of H1N1 were identified in the U.S., Florida has experienced 174 deaths, according to the department.
The Marion County Health Department recommends residents and visitors use the following precautions to reduce the risk of spreading all flu viruses whether seasonal or H1N1 (swine) Flu:
? Wash hands frequently to lessen the spread of respiratory illness.
? Stay home and away from work or school to avoid spreading infections if they feel ill.
? Cover your cough with tissue, or cough in your sleeve.
? Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill.
While most cases of H1N1 Swine Flu are mild, noted the department, there are exceptions. Pre-existing health conditions often play a role in how individuals react to the flu.
For more information on the flu or vaccination clinics, contact the Marion County Health Department at 629-0137 or visit www.doh.state.fl.us/chdmarion.
Marion woman dies from H1N1 virus
Staff report
Published: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m.
OCALA ? A 20-year-old Marion County woman has died from the H1N1 virus, commonly called swine flu, according to the the Marion County Health Department.
?Our deepest sympathies are extended to the family and friends of the young lady,? said Dr. Nathan Grossman, director of the Marion County Health Department, in a news release. ?This tragic loss is a painful reminder that H1N1 flu is present in our community. The H1N1 vaccine is now available to anyone who wants protection against the H1N1 influenza virus, so I urge all citizens to receive the vaccine.?
Since April, when the first cases of H1N1 were identified in the U.S., Florida has experienced 174 deaths, according to the department.
The Marion County Health Department recommends residents and visitors use the following precautions to reduce the risk of spreading all flu viruses whether seasonal or H1N1 (swine) Flu:
? Wash hands frequently to lessen the spread of respiratory illness.
? Stay home and away from work or school to avoid spreading infections if they feel ill.
? Cover your cough with tissue, or cough in your sleeve.
? Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill.
While most cases of H1N1 Swine Flu are mild, noted the department, there are exceptions. Pre-existing health conditions often play a role in how individuals react to the flu.
For more information on the flu or vaccination clinics, contact the Marion County Health Department at 629-0137 or visit www.doh.state.fl.us/chdmarion.
