The South Dakota Department of Health delivers a wide range of public health programs to prevent disease, promote health and ensure access to needed, high-quality health care.
All Women Count!
The All Women Count! Program serves women 30-64 years of age for Pap smears, 40-64 for mammograms, without insurance to pay for screening exams, and who have insurance but cannot pay the deductible or co-payment. Mammograms for women ages 30-39 require pre-authorization through their healthcare provider.
Let's Be Clear
Let's Be Clear is a joint effort between the South Dakota Department of Health and the South Dakota Department of Social Services to address substance use disorder.
Bright Start
Bright Start supports expectant, first-time moms by connecting you with a free personal nurse to walk alongside you every step of your pregnancy. Bright Start nurses meet you where you're comfortable and they're a text away to connect over everything from common concerns to preparing for childbirth. Most importantly, your nurse helps you build confidence in your decision-making as a mom.
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP)
The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program provides lead exposure prevention education and support to the families of children exposed to lead.
Fall Prevention
Access community-based resources, coaching classes, and more to reduce fall risks.
First 1000 Days
The first 1000 days of life, from conception to 24 months, form a crucial period that shapes a child’s entire life. How well a mother and child are nourished and cared for during this time has a profound impact on physical, emotional, and mental growth and development. This is critical because the first 1000 days are when a child’s brain begins to grow and develop and where the foundations are laid for lifelong health.
Food & Lodging Inspection Results
The Office of Health Protection licenses food service, lodging and campgrounds to ensure health and safety standards are met.
Get Screened SD
GetScreenedSD is a program in South Dakota that promotes cancer screening and early detection. The program offers various types of cancer screenings, guidelines, and resources. It emphasizes the importance of early detection and provides personalized screening recommendations. The program also aims to increase awareness, empower individuals to prioritize their health and improve health outcomes in South Dakota.
Grant Opportunities
Find grant opportunities through the Department of Health for a variety of public health concerns.
SD Health Link
SD Health Link allows medical information to be shared between professionals to improve quality, safety and efficiency of care.
Healthy Brain Program
The Healthy Brain Program focuses on implementing public health strategies that promote brain health, address dementia, and support individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
HealthySD.gov
No matter your age, develop healthy habits and put your health on track with proper nutrition and physical activity.
Medical Cannabis
The South Dakota Medical Cannabis Program is actively offering cannabis to those with debilitating medical conditions.
Nexus SD
Nexus SD is a statewide collaboration of health care, human, and social service providers sharing information using an integrated technology platform and referral system to coordinate whole-person care.
Newborn Screening Program
Learn about newborn blood spot screening, hearing screening, and the Newborn Screening Advisory Committee.
SD PLAN
Regardless of your financial situation, South Dakota PLAN (Prepare, Learn, Advocate, Navigate) offers screenings, tests, and resources to keep you healthy and manage your chance of getting pregnant.
Pregnancy Care Program
The Pregnancy Care Program is a comprehensive program developed and implemented by the South Dakota Department of Health to promote the health and well-being of infants and their families in South Dakota. The program focuses on providing valuable resources, education, and support to expectant parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
SD Quit Line
Learn more about the phone coaching, Kickstart Kit and Quit Guide that South Dakota QuitLine offers to patients at no cost.
Quit Tobacco SD
Quit Tobacco SD is a comprehensive program in South Dakota that aims to help individuals quit tobacco use by providing resources, support, and education to promote a tobacco-free lifestyle.
Recruitment Assistance for Healthcare Professionals
The Office of Rural Health administers a variety of programs to assist communities and facilities in recruiting healthcare professionals.
Scrubs Camp
Scrubs Camps are designed to increase awareness of education, skills and understanding of health careers available in South Dakota
ServSD Statewide Emergency Registry of Volunteers
Browse local, regional and statewide volunteer programs who want to assist our public health and health care systems during an event or disaster.
Simulation In Motion - South Dakota
SIM-SD is a mobile education program that offers high-tech learning opportunities for emergency care providers in SD.
Suicide Prevention
Help prevent suicide by learning about warning signs, how to help and various prevention resources at your fingertips.
Undo the Risk
Chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke can be avoided or even undone, but only if you take control. Start today by taking this quick and easy risk assessment to see where you stand.
Wake Safe
Safe sleep efforts are rewarded every time a baby wakes up to the world. Lying your baby down on their back, alone, in their crib, bassinet, or play yard is the best way for them to sleep safely.
Wellness on Wheels
Wellness on Wheels (WOW) is a new mobile unit initiative that brings health services to underserved communities across South Dakota.
Women, Infants & Children
South Dakota WIC focuses on bettering the health of women, infants and young children who are part of low-income families through nutrition education and providing food vouchers.
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