Flu still spreading widely in Michigan as state's vaccination rate is only 25%

As we head into spring, health care leaders are reminding people not to let their guard down against the flu. The virus is still spreading widely in Michigan. Just days ago, Michigan reported its first pediatric flu-related death this season. Nationwide, there have been 93 pediatric deaths from the flu this season, and in Michigan, only 25% of residents are vaccinated against the flu.