Romania: First death from influenza virus this season: a woman from Cluj

December 24, 2025

First death from influenza virus this season: a woman from Cluj
Dec 24, 2025

First death from influenza virus this season: a woman from Cluj.

The first confirmed death from influenza virus this season has been reported. The victim was an 88-year-old woman from Cluj County. She had other medical problems and had not been vaccinated against influenza.

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