Published 23:04 IST, June 10th 2020
South Dakota reports one death from COVID-19, 81 new cases
The state has seen a total of 69 people die from COVID-19. The most recent death reported is a man over the age of 80 from Beadle County.
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One more person has died from COVID-19 in South Dakota, and 81 more people have confirmed cases, state health officials reported Wednesday.
The state has seen a total of 69 people die from COVID-19. The most recent death reported is a man over the age of 80 from Beadle County.
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The total number of COVID-19 cases in the state stands at 5,604. There are currently 101 people who are hospitalized. Over 81% of people who confirmed cases have recovered, but health officials reported that 962 people statewide still have active infections.
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, and death.
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23:04 IST, June 10th 2020