This past flu season was the deadliest on record for children in New York State, with 25 pediatric deaths attributed to influenza, the highest ever recorded. In addition to state figures, New York City reported 10 pediatric deaths. These trends align with a national surge in flu-related pediatric fatalities, exceeding total deaths from the previous season. Health officials attribute declining vaccination rates to misinformation around vaccine safety and emphasize the importance of vaccines as the primary protection against severe outcomes.
New York State has witnessed a record-breaking 25 pediatric flu-related deaths this past year, highlighting a severe public health crisis.
The CDC confirms 216 children died from flu complications nationally, marking the highest total in 15 years, raising alarm about vaccination rates.
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