DHHR confirms influenza-related childhood death in West Virginia

Charleston, West Virginia — West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Public Health Service Confirmed flu-related childhood death Wednesday’s 2021-22 flu season.

Dr. Ayne Amjad, State Health Officer and DHHR Director of Public Health, announced that he had died at a COVID-19 press conference by Governor Jim Justice. The last influenza-related childhood deaths were reported during the 2019-20 influenza season.

“Influenza deaths are rare in pediatric patients. They need to be reported to the health department. Adult influenza deaths are not so there is no immediate availability,” Amjad said.

DHHR states that it protects the privacy of the family and will not disclose details of the death, such as the child’s name, place of origin, county, age and gender.

The Public Health Service requires all West Virginia residents aged 6 months and older to be vaccinated against the flu.

“This is a reminder that the flu vaccine is still available and we encourage you to go out and get it,” Amjad said.

According to DHHR, people who are very susceptible to influenza and its complications include children under the age of 5, the elderly, and people with underlying health conditions (diabetes, asthma, etc.). Infants under 6 months of age cannot be vaccinated against the flu vaccine.

People who suspect they may have the flu should immediately check with their doctor if they need treatment with prescription antiviral drugs that help prevent the spread of the flu infection.

Other precautions that people can take to prevent the spread of influenza and other viruses include:
– When sick, stay home for at least 24 hours until the fever is gone
– Cover your cough or sneeze with tissue and immediately discard the tissue
– Frequently wash hands with soap and water if possible

According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a total of 16 influenza-related childhood deaths have been reported nationwide during the 2021-22 influenza season.

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