POCATELLO — Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed an influenza-related death in Health District 6, marking Idaho’s second flu death of the season. The person who died was a man in his 50s.

Health officials expressed condolences to the man’s family and emphasized the importance of taking steps to prevent further spread of the virus.

Last flu season, Idaho reported 87 influenza-related deaths.

Officials are urging residents who have not yet been vaccinated to visit their health care provider, local public health district, or pharmacy. They note that getting vaccinated now will offer protection through the remainder of the flu season.

Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that typically causes fever, headache, fatigue, and sometimes cough or sore throat. While most people

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