Environmental health data can be an essential tool for protecting and promoting health in South Dakota. This data can help individuals understand where environmental hazards exist, who may be most affected, and how exposures change over time.
This page serves as a resource for accessing data and reports related to environmental health conditions and diseases, allowing the public, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to take action that reduces risk from environmental hazards.
Environmental Health Reports
Blood Lead Annual Report, 2023
This report presents the South Dakota Department of Health’s (SD-DOH) second annual childhood blood lead testing and surveillance, compiled by the South Dakota Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (SD CLPPP). It includes 2023 blood lead testing data for children and adults, with historical trends dating back to 2016 when blood lead became a reportable condition in South Dakota.
Childhood Blood Lead Poisoning in South Dakota: 2023 Data Snapshot
In 2023, 4,694 South Dakota children under six were tested for lead and 3.6 percent had elevated levels. More than half of those tested and most with elevated levels were enrolled in Medicaid. Some groups, including Asian and American Indian/Alaskan Native children, showed higher rates. Over half of children with elevated capillary results did not receive needed follow-up venous testing. Lead poisoning is preventable and testing at 12 and 24 months is important.
Childhood Blood Lead Surveillance Report, 2022
This is the South Dakota Department of Health (SD-DOH)’s first annual report on childhood blood lead surveillance produced by the SD Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP). The report presents data for children and adults in South Dakota who were tested and reported to SD-DOH during 2022. Trend data for 2016-2021, which coincides with blood lead being reportable to SD-DOH but prior to the CLPPP, was also included.
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Year Two Evaluation Report
The South Dakota Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (SD CLPPP) provides lead exposure prevention education and support to the families of children exposed to lead and also maintains surveillance data of blood lead results on children younger than six. Using this data, SD CLPPP can develop and evaluate current efforts to prevent lead poisoning across the state. Data findings will be used to inform medical and health professionals on testing, reporting, and case management. Data collected can help to update outreach activities and educational materials for parents, educators, and health professionals.