The Massachusetts Department of Public Health today announced the H1N1-related death of a 26–year-old Dukes County resident. The individual had no known underlying health conditions.

“Every death from flu is tragic, but it is even more so when it involves a young person,” said DPH commissioner John Auerbach. “This case is also a reminder of how serious influenza can be, and why we are focused so intently on preparations for the upcoming flu season.”

A full report will be published in the Tuesday Gazette.