CNN estimates about 36,000 people have died from H1N1 . Since this new flu virus emerged in April 2009 , health officials have recognized that the reported numbers of people who have been hospitalized and died provide only a partial picture of the full outbreak . Between 6,390 and 13,170 -- were 18-64 years old , CDC estimates . In a regular flu season , about 36,000 people in H1N1 die from seasonal flu . 90 percent of those deaths usually are people 18-64 years old and older .
CNN estimates about 36,000 people have died from H1N1 . Between 6,390 and 13,170 -- were 18-64 years old , CDC estimates . In a regular flu season , about 36,000 people in H1N1 die from seasonal flu . 90 percent of those deaths usually are people 18-64 years old and older .