 Minnesota has recorded its first child death due to influenza this season. The State Department of Health said Thursday that one child death related to influenza had been reported since the start of the flu season. The health department says 156 people were hospitalized with flu symptoms last week, down slightly from 161 hospitalizations the week before. So far, 715 people have been hospitalized with the flu in Minnesota this season. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.