Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota’s 2025–2026 influenza season resulted in fewer deaths and hospitalizations than many recent flu seasons, according to data released this week by the South Dakota Department of Health.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Department of Health has released its latest influenza summary for the 2025-2026 season. As of February 4, 2026, state health data shows that while the flu remains active across the region, current figures for severe outcomes are trending below historical averages.