Washoe County has been experiencing influenza-like-illness above the regional and national baselines since early November, and the Washoe County Health District is urging residents to get a flu shot. As of Dec. 19, three influenza-associated deaths have been reported among Washoe County residents. These three deaths occurred among people less than 40 years of age. Two of the cases are still under investigation, but all three had experienced influenza-associated complications. Ninety six people have been hospitalized due to the flu. Kevin Dick, Washoe County Health District Officer says, if you find yourself feeling feverish or experiencing chills, coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headaches or fatigue, please contact your doctor as soon as possible. He hads, “We cannot overstate the importance of the flu shot.”