A Bond County woman has died from the H1N1 virus. The Madison County Coroner says Brooke Williams, 18 of Pocahontas died November 5 after having a heart attack at her home. Family members say she complained about flu-like symptoms that day. An autopsy later confirmed she had H1N1. Williams had other health problems including Cerebal Palsy and a seizure disorder.
Pocahontas, IL is in Bond County but Williams was taken to a hospital in Highland, IL where she later died. Highland is in Madison County.
Symptoms of H1N1 Influenza include fever, cough, body aches, headaches, chills, fatigue, and runny nose. Individuals experiencing these symptoms should consult with a medical professional. The best treatment for influenza continues to be prevention with frequent hand washing, covering the mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and staying at home when sick.
Pocahontas, IL is in Bond County but Williams was taken to a hospital in Highland, IL where she later died. Highland is in Madison County.
Symptoms of H1N1 Influenza include fever, cough, body aches, headaches, chills, fatigue, and runny nose. Individuals experiencing these symptoms should consult with a medical professional. The best treatment for influenza continues to be prevention with frequent hand washing, covering the mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and staying at home when sick.
