First Michigan flu-related child death reported

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first influenza-associated pediatric death in Michigan for the 2022-2023 flu season.

The reported death involves an Ingham County child who contracted Influenza A/H3. Nationally, there have been at least 111 influenza-associated pediatric deaths reported during the current flu season.

MDHHS continues to strongly recommend that everyone six months of age and older get a seasonal flu vaccine.