UPDATE: Flu-Related Deaths Climb to 20 in El Paso

Another person falls victim to the flu raising the death toll in El Paso to twenty.

The most recent patient was a man in his 50s who had the flu and had no underlying medical conditions unlike the previous victims who did have underlying medical conditions.

The Department of Public Health encourages El Paso residents to call 2-1-1 to find a flu vaccine provider, some which are available for free to residents who are not medically insured.

Also make sure to practice the “4 C’s” – which may help with the risk of contracting the flu this season.

CLEAN - Wash and scrub your hands for at least 30 seconds with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand cleaner.

COVER – Cover your cough with tissue and to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. (Always sneeze away from people or your desk area)

CONTAIN – Contain germs by staying away from others who are sick.

CALL – Call or see your doctor if you or your child has a fever that persists and is greater than 100 degrees.

Once you recover from the flu make sure you clean and desensitize your work, home and car area to help prevent spreading germs.