Laboratory-confirmed influenza cases nearly doubled across South Carolina during the final week of October, while hospitalizations continued to climb and influenza-like illness activity reached high levels statewide.
According to the South Carolina Department of Public Health’s latest Flu Watch report, covering Oct. 25-31, the state recorded 1,079 laboratory-confirmed cases, up from 561 the previous week. The increase represents a jump of approximately 92%, while influenza-associated hospitalizations rose nearly 32%, from 104 to 137.
Since the 2026-27 flu season began Oct. 4, South Carolina has reported 2,279 laboratory-confirmed cases, 350 hospitalizations and two influenza-associated deaths. No additional deaths were reported during the latest reporting period…