Measles Response Webinar for Healthcare Providers
HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Don’t miss the South Dakota Department of Health’s Measles Response Webinar on Thursday, May 22, from 3–4 PM CT. The session will cover clinical guidance, testing protocols, vaccination recommendations, and infection prevention strategies. Experts from across the state will walk through the latest updates and CDC-backed resources to support your practice. See Measles Informational Page
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News
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies at Great Plains Zoo
The Great Plains Zoo (GPZ) reported one bat on its campus, found between the pollinator garden and the farm, that tested positive for rabies.
South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling 2025
South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling
South Dakota Launches Maternal and Infant Health Task Force and Releases New Data to Guide Prevention Efforts
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has launched the Maternal and Infant Health Task Force, a statewide initiative to reduce preventable deaths among mothers and infants and to improve health outcomes for families across South Dakota.
State Departments of Health and Game, Fish and Parks Collaborate to Provide Stop the Bleed Training to Conservation Officers
South Dakota is the first state in the nation to ensure every Conservation Officer has received "Stop the Bleed" training, setting a new standard for emergency preparedness in natural resources law enforcement.