FRESNO (KMJ) — Influenza is spreading in California. More than 90% of the state (all but five counties) is considered to have elevated activity, according to the California Department of Public Health.
Data from October 8th 2017 until December 16th 2017 shows ten flu deaths of people aged 0 to 64 years recorded in the state.
“Certainly the vaccination is the most important step you can take preventing flu,” explained Fresno County Public Health Officer Dr. Ken Bird.
“But being careful to wash your hands frequently, not touching your face is also important, not coming into work when you’re sick so others don’t get infected, eating well, getting sufficient physical activity to stay healthy, and resting well.”
Both state and national figures show H1N1 (Swine Flu) to be the most prevalent strain currently spreading.
The latest flu figures from the California Department of Public Health can be found clicking here, and the latest figures from Fresno County Department of Public Health can be found clicking here.
Hear the report from KMJ’s Dominic McAndrew as it aired:
