…By Judah Olanisebee for TDPel Media. Tragic Loss: Three-Year-Old Succumbs to Flu and Cardiac Arrest, Western Australia Experiences Rising Flu Cases
A devastating incident occurred as a three-year-old boy, Muhammed Saadiq Segaff, contracted the flu and went into cardiac arrest, ultimately losing his life.
Despite the efforts of doctors and nurses at Perth Children’s Hospital, Muhammed’s parents had to make the heart-wrenching decision to turn off his life support on May 26.
Family members rushed to say their final goodbyes, some even making the frantic journey from Singapore.
Medical tests later confirmed that Muhammed had contracted influenza A, making him the youngest flu-related fatality in Western Australia this year.
Muhammed initially received urgent medical attention at Fiona Stanley Hospital when he started experiencing wheezing.
Unfortunately, he went into cardiac arrest and underwent open heart surgery.
Described as a cheerful and playful little boy who had a fondness for strawberries and broccoli, Muhammed’s memory lives on in the hearts of his loved ones.
Segaff Sinin, Muhammed’s father, broke his silence and shared a heartfelt message to other parents, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing family.
He expressed his hope that no other parent would have to endure such a tragic loss.
Western Australia is currently facing what could be its worst flu season since 2019, which saw 80 deaths, including five young children.
Over the past week, hospitalizations due to the flu have risen by 12%, with the majority of patients under the age of 10.
The state has witnessed a significant 60% increase in flu cases in the last month.
Dr. Chris Blyth, an infectious diseases specialist, stressed the need for parents to remain vigilant and seek medical assistance if their children develop flu-like symptoms.
Warning signs such as fast breathing, breathlessness, confusion, or drowsiness should not be overlooked.
Dr. Blyth urged parents not to hesitate in seeking medical advice, as respiratory illnesses can have serious consequences, particularly in children.
In an effort to combat the flu, Dr. Blyth strongly recommended getting children vaccinated.
However, only a small percentage of children in Western Australia have received the flu vaccine, with numbers currently standing at 13.8% for children aged between 6 months and five years, and 11.1% for ages 5-15.
Free flu vaccinations are available for children and seniors until the end of June.
The Federal Department of Health and Aged Care reported over 17,000 cases of the flu or flu-like illnesses between May 15 and 28.
Australia’s flu season typically spans from April to October, but this year, similar to the previous one, it began earlier in March, with a total of 57,816 cases already recorded.
The importance of preventive measures, including vaccinations and prompt medical attention, cannot be overstated in ensuring the well-being of individuals during flu season.
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