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Onslow County health official reports 10 local flu deaths this season; urges vaccination and hygiene
Summary
A county public health presenter reported 10 local influenza deaths this season, noted none of the deceased were vaccinated, and reiterated public health measures including vaccination, hand hygiene and staying home when ill.
An Onslow County health official reported influenza outcomes and prevention reminders to the Board of Commissioners on June 2, 2025, saying 10 local residents died of flu this season and urging vaccination and basic respiratory‑illness precautions.
The presenter said the county’s usual annual average for flu deaths is about 1.26, and that this season’s local total was 10 deaths. Statewide figures given in the presentation were 535 deaths across North Carolina during the period discussed. The presenter said all local decedents were over age 60, 90% were white and there was a roughly 60/40 male to female split; she stated none of the individuals who died locally had received a flu vaccine. The speaker urged residents to get an annual flu vaccine, practice hand hygiene and stay home when ill.
Why it matters: Public health officials cited demographic trends (an aging population) and low vaccination among those who died as reasons to promote vaccination, hygiene and other preventive steps to reduce severe disease and hospitalizations.
Key points reported - Onslow County recorded 10 influenza‑associated deaths in the season referenced; statewide deaths were reported at 535 in the same period. - The local decedents were all 60 or older; 90% were identified as white and the local sex split was reported as approximately 60% male, 40% female. - According to the presenter, none of the local decedents had received a flu vaccine. - Public health recommendations reiterated: annual vaccination, staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and frequent handwashing.
Quote Public health presenter (identified in transcript as Miss Hoover): “It is very important to get a flu vaccine each season. None of the people who perished in Onslow County had a flu vaccine.”
Ending: The county health presenter said no action was requested of the board; the presentation was informational and intended to reinforce prevention messaging.
