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40 Adults, 5 Children Have Died From Flu-Related Illnesses In Maryland

ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) — A total of 40 adults have now died from flu-related illnesses in Maryland, the state health department updated in its count Monday.

The State of Maryland released its latest report with numbers from last week.

There have been five pediatric deaths in the state so far.

In the week ending February 15, 33 adults had died, that number has jumped by seven since then, with the most recent report for the week ending February 22.

Health Experts Urge Caution As Flu Remains Widespread In Maryland

The state health department said this week's influenza-like illness activity was high and there was widespread geographic activity.

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