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Related: About this forumDallas County’s flu death toll rises to 26
Dallas Countys death toll from the flu climbed to 26 along with a record number of hospitalizations in the first week of January, according to a report released Friday.
The fatalities represent nine new deaths since the countys last surveillance report a week ago.
The outbreak is more severe this year than the last couple years, said Dr. Christopher Perkins, medical director of Dallas County Health and Human Services.
Denton County confirmed its third flu-related death Friday a Highland Village woman in her 80s.
More at http://thescoopblog.dallasnews.com/2014/01/dallas-countys-flu-death-toll-rises-to-26.html/ .
democratisphere
(17,235 posts)I have had the flu for nearly 2 weeks and I am still trying to shake it.
texanwitch
(18,705 posts)It was really bad for two days. The black elderberry has really helped. I do not think that the cold weather helped. Hope you feel better.
democratisphere
(17,235 posts)I agree with you, the cold weather certainly isn't helping. Thanks for the reply texanwitch and good health to you in the New Year!
texanwitch
(18,705 posts)It worked for the fever, chills, and body aches. Just two days. This flu is tough. It does like to hang around.