COVID-19 in South Dakota: 185 total new cases; Death toll rises to 1,705; Active cases at 4,005 - KELOLAND.com

(KELO) — The deaths of nine people were reported in the latest COVID-19 case data from South Dakota Department of Health on Saturday.

That brings the total COVID-19 deaths in the state to 1,705.

On Sunday, 185 new total coronavirus cases were announced bringing the state’s total case count to 107,148, up from Saturday (106,963).

According to the South Dakota Department of Health, 12,387 people have received the second dose of the Moderna vaccine, while 4,758 people have completed the Pfizer vaccine series.

-- South Dakota health officials and medical providers have been near the top of the nation in administering COVID-19 vaccines as they become available, but a significant new challenge awaits as the state moves into a much larger, more difficult-to-define population of people who may qualify for a shot.

(KELO) — The deaths of twelve people were reported in the latest COVID-19 case data from South Dakota Department of Health on Saturday.

(KELO) - While the vaccine distribution in South Dakota is currently focused on people over the age of 80 and high risk patients, teachers and other school and college staff are next in line.