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Denton County Health Confirms 3 Additional Flu Deaths

Denton County health officials say there have been three additional deaths from flu-related illnesses, raising the county's total for the season to 12.

There have been 119 flu deaths so far in North Texas this season, including 69 deaths in Dallas County, 23 deaths reported in Tarrant County, 14 in Collin County and one in Parker County.

Denton County health officials advise three preventative steps to protect the community’s health:

  • First and foremost, officials said the best way to protect yourself and family from the flu is to get vaccinated. The annual flu shot and flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older.
  • Second, officials recommend that if you start experiencing symptoms -- fever, running nose-sore throat, cough, muscle aches and headaches  -- visit your doctor immediately. Antiviral medications are the second-line defense to the flu, can help you recover quickly, and can prevent hospitalization with the flu.
  • Third, officials suggest taking everyday actions to prevent the spread of germs.

Cover your cough and sneeze, avoid contact with people experiencing flu-like symptoms, stay home when you feel sick, and continually wash your hands, officials advise.

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