The first flu related death in the area has been confirmed.
Placer County officials confirm that influenza is believed to be a contributing factor in the death of a Placer County man.

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Placer County Public Health Officer, Dr. Robert Oldman, also said that the flu was not the only condition effecting the male patient.

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Dr. Oldman says not all cases of the flu get reported to the county health department, but here have been other hospitalizations, that meet the criteria.

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Though only a small number of cases have been reported, Dr. Oldman, along with other doctors, believes that most people who get the flu do not even see a doctor, but the number of cases appears to be growing.

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Dr. Oldman says the strain of flu is the H3N2 and the vaccine does not exactly match, but he believes that a flu shot is still worth getting.

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Dr. Oldman says that if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms you should see a health professional.