Local health officials identify first pediatric flu death in Ohio
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Key Points:
- Greene County Public Health confirmed the first pediatric flu death in Ohio for the 2025-26 season, involving 16-year-old Ryleigh Spurlock from Beavercreek.
- Ryleigh, described as a previously healthy teen, died from the flu, prompting condolences from health officials concerned for the family and community.
- The teenager attended Beavercreek High School and aspired to be a cosmetologist; her family remembered her as kind, joyful, and caring.
- Visitation for Ryleigh Spurlock is scheduled for January 8 at Newcomer Funeral Home, with funeral services to follow the same day.
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