NJ Mom speaks out after 2-year-old son's flu-related death | Exclusive
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Key Points:
- Two-year-old Isaias Castillo became the first pediatric flu death in New Jersey this season after being discharged from Morristown Medical Center despite having a fever and flu symptoms.
- His mother, Giselle Castillo, expressed heartbreak and believes his death could have been prevented, criticizing the hospital for sending him home instead of providing further care.
- Isaias was not vaccinated against the flu as he was not in daycare but was scheduled to receive the flu shot later in the month.
- The family described Isaias as a joyful and loving child whose sudden death has deeply impacted them, and a GoFundMe has been set up to support them.
- Eyewitness News has contacted the hospital for comment but has not received a response.
