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On Feb. 12, 2025, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported two pediatric flu-related deaths, the first for the 2024-25 flu season.

One child in the eastern region and another in the central region of the state recently died due to complications of influenza. To protect both families’ privacy, additional information will not be released by NCDHHS about these cases.

“We at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services extend our deepest sympathies to the families of these children,” said state epidemiologist Zack Moore, M.D, MPH. “This is a sad reminder that seasonal influenza can be serious and, in some cases, even fatal. If you or your loved ones have not received the flu vaccine this season, consider doing so to help protect your family and those around you.”

North Carolina has seen a rise in flu cases in recent weeks in combination with continued COVID-19 activity. Some 171 adult flu-associated deaths have already been reported in North Carolina this season. NCDDS tracks influenza, COVID-19, RSV and other respiratory viruses that may be circulating and publishes data weekly on the Respiratory Virus Surveillance Dashboard.

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