Flu Watch!

South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

Week of Jan 12, 2020 – Jan 18, 2020

Geographic Spread: Widespread flu activity, Tenth week at this activity level

Influenza Activity: overall, no change

Influenza Like Illness Activity Level: high

Hospitalizations: 1280 this season, 181 in the past week

Flu-Associated Deaths in SC: 44 this season, 9 this week (1 from previous weeks that were reported late)

If you aren’t feeling well and are worried about the flu, remember your local MEDcare is always happy to help! Our urgent care centers are open every day of the week 8:00 am to 8:00 pm- No appointment necessary! To be seen by a provider, simply walk in, or save your spot online by clicking here. We look forward to helping you Get Better. Faster!

https://www.scdhec.gov/health/flu/flu-watch-data-reports-maps