Florida Man Dies Of Swine Flu
Thursday, July 02, 2009 8:24:57 AM
DAVIE, Fla. -- A south Florida man is now the third person in the state to die from swine flu.
A state lab in Jacksonville confirms Michael Waldfogel, 58, from Davie died from the H1N1 virus.
The Broward medical examiner's office reports Waldfogel went to a doctor several weeks ago complaining of typical flu symptoms and was given medication.
He was last seen June 20 and was found dead in his home four days later.
A Seminole County woman died of swine flu late last month. A 9-year-old from Miami-Dade County died June 15.
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What Should You Do?
Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the best tips concern everyday hygiene.
Wash your hands, cover your mouth when you cough and sneeze, and stay home if you are sick.
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