The South Dakota Department of Health reports four new deaths related to the flu. According to the Department of Health, these are the first deaths of the flu season, which the DOH defines as beginning the week ending on October 10th 2026. There have also been five new hospitalizations and 150 new cases of the flu reported according to the DOH dashboard. Despite the new cases DOH officials say influenza infections are actively low. Children and the elderly are the most at risk for serious complications with the illness. Heath officials encourage all residents capable to get themselves and their family vaccinated against the virus to help prevent hospitalization.

In Touch 11/13/26
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