Flu-Related Deaths In Calif. Now At 278 Friday, February 21, 2014 | Sacramento, CA Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio State figures show Sacramento County with an unusually high flu death rate -- about two per 100,000 under the age of 65. That's more than double the rate statewide. The state figures show the Central Valley also has a higher-than-normal flu death rate this year. Where to get a flu shot Related StoriesLow-Income Communities Hit Hardest By InfluenzaMarch 4, 2014Povery-striken, densely packed neighborhoods in the Sacramento region were hit hardest by this year's flu, according to a newspaper analysis.As Number Of Flu Deaths Rise, Locals Line Up For VaccinesFebruary 10, 2014California is reporting almost twice the number of flu-related deaths as last year. Fifth Person Dies Of H1N1 In Sacramento CountyJanuary 10, 2014The County Department of Health and Human Services says the most recent victim was a 53-year-old man who died at home. California Health Officials Say Deadly Flu Virus SpreadingJanuary 10, 2014California health officials are reporting the rate of illness from influenza is higher than normal for this time of year, with a more dangerous form of the virus leading the way. Follow us for more stories like this CapRadio provides a trusted source of news because of you. As a nonprofit organization, donations from people like you sustain the journalism that allows us to discover stories that are important to our audience. If you believe in what we do and support our mission, please donate today. Donate Today
