The Kentucky Department of Public Health reported more than 2,000 new flu cases.

Jefferson County leads the way with 1,645 new cases. Pike County is in third and Perry County ranks at sixth.

At least 50 people e have died from flu-related causes this flu season so far.

As of health officials’ latest report, there have been 17,203 confirmed flu cases in Kentucky this season.

If you are sick, you are urged to stay home and wash your hands frequently.