July 16, 2009
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Ulster has first swine flu fatality
The individual was a man from Saugerties who had been hospitalized with underlying medical conditions in addition to the flu.
County Executive Michael Hein expressed his sympathies. “Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of this individual and we will continue to partner with the local medical community and do everything possible to reduce the spread of this disease.”
Health officials said the best way to prevent the spread of all forms of flu is for individuals and families to continue to exercise precautions, such as frequent hand washing, staying home and keeping children at home when ill, and contacting your family physician if flu symptoms are present.
This is not the first fatality linked to swine flu. Two women died in Orange County from swine flu related illness.
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