Public Health Agency confirms death of a 10 month old baby from swine flu
The Public Health Agency has confirmed that a 10 month old baby boy from Northern Ireland has died in intensive care from swine flu.
The baby had an underlying medical condition. The family has asked for privacy and for the media not to approach them for further information.
Dr Carolyn Harper, Director of Public Health said: "This is a very sad and distressing time for the family affected and I would like to offer them my sincere condolences."
The family has requested that no further information should be released.
Contacts:
1. PHA - Media enquiries to the Public Health Agency during out of hours please contact Nataleen Surgenor via pager number 07699 783371 and your call will be returned or during working hours, the Public Health Agency press office on 028 9031 1611.
2. DHSSPS - Media enquiries to the DHSSPS Press Office on 028 9052 0579. Out of office hours please contact the Duty Press Office via pager number on 07699 715 440 and your call will be returned.