The Pennsylvania Department of Health Tuesday confirmed that a 5-year old Adams County boy died on Oct. 31 as a result of complications from H1N1 flu.
This is Pennsylvania's first pediatric death associated with H1N1.
To date, pandemic H1N1 infection has been confirmed in 20 fatal cases of influenza in Pennsylvania, according to the Health Department.
"The death of this child is a very unfortunate reminder of how serious influenza can be. We extend our sympathies to his family," said PA Secretary of Health Everette James. "This serves as a reminder of why we strongly urge vaccination of all children and young adults ages 6 months to 24 years against pandemic H1N1 influenza."
Read more about what the state is doing to combat H1N1 at the link below:
Department of Health Confirms Pennsylvania's First Pediatric Death Associated with H1N1 Flu
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