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Flu activity remains high in Illinois, more ICU admissions in LaSalle County

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OTTAWA – Flu activity remains high across the nation, including Illinois. According to a weekly flu report released Friday by the U.S Centers for Disease Control, 48 states including Illinois reported widespread activity. Compared to minimal flu activity last year, Illinois ranks as one of the highest in activity levels in the U.S. The Illinois Department of Public health reported 50 ICU admissions for the week ending March 2nd, and three pediatric deaths for the season total. Currently, the LaSalle County Health Department has reported nine ICU admissions, and zero pediatric deaths, compared to four ICU admissions last month. Anyone still in need of a flu shot, is encouraged to call the LaSalle County Health Department.

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