SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - South Dakota health officials reported 92 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, bringing the state’s total to 4,177.
There were no new deaths to report, leaving the statewide toll at 46.
Minnehaha County, South Dakota’s most populous county, continues to lead the state in infections, with 3,182 cases and 40 deaths. But Beadle County reported the largest day-to-day increase on Wednesday with 25 new confirmed cases. Health officials have warned the the actual number of infections is higher because many people may not display symptoms or have not sought testing for mild symptoms.
Nearly three-fourths of people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the state have fully recovered, while 1,108 have active infections. There are currently 81 people hospitalized from the virus, according to the Department of Health.
For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.
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