March 20, 2010

Arkansas H1N1 flu deaths rise by 2

by The Associated Press

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Story Published: Nov 19, 2009 at 12:15 PM CDT

Story Updated: Nov 19, 2009 at 12:15 PM CDT

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- The Arkansas Health Department says two more state residents died from H1N1 flu, bringing the state total to 20. The Health Department said Thursday that more vaccine for the swine flu is arriving in the state, so it should be easier to find a provider. The department, as is its practice, didn't identify where the latest victims of the virus lived.

Health officials urge people in high-risk groups, such as pregnant women, very young people, elderly people, and people with breathing problems or other health issues to get vaccinated.

The department says people with chronic conditions should contact their doctor as soon as possible if they develop flu-like symptoms. Those symptoms include fever over 100 degrees, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, and, in some cases, vomiting and diarrhea.

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