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Snohomish County reports first pediatric flu death of the season
EVERETT — The Snohomish County Health Department has confirmed the first local influenza-related death of a child during the 2025-26 season, officials announced in a press release Wednesday.
It is also the first pediatric flu death of the season in the state, according to the state health department.
Last week, a school-age teenager became ill and died from influenza, according to the release.
“Our hearts go out to the family and friends of this youth,” said Health Officer Dr. James Lewis in the release. “It’s a sad reminder of the danger that influenza and other vaccine-preventable diseases pose to our community.”
https://www.heraldnet.com/news/snohomish-county-reports-first-pediatric-flu-death-of-the-season/