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South Dakota Department of Health Announces Completion of Statewide Maternal and Child Health Needs Assessment
The South Dakota Department of Health Office of Lifespan Health has completed a comprehensive, year-long statewide needs assessment aimed at improving the health and well-being of South Dakota’s mothers, infants, children, adolescents, and children and youth with special healthcare needs (CYSHN).
South Dakota WIC Services Continue Without Disruption
The South Dakota Department of Health confirms that the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program continues to operate as normal.
South Dakota Department of Health Invites High School and Middle School Students to Explore Healthcare Careers through Scrubs Camps
South Dakota Department of Health Invites High School and Middle School Students to Explore Healthcare Careers through Scrubs Camps
South Dakota Health Link Announces 2025 Fall Forum Virtual Sessions
South Dakota’s health information exchange, Health Link, is excited to announce that this year’s Fall Forum will take place in a new format.
Why South Dakota Didn’t Have a Measles Outbreak
South Dakota prevented a measles outbreak through early action, education, vaccination, and strong partnerships to protect communities across the state.
DANR and DOH Announce Air Quality Alert for South Dakota | July 31, 2025
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is issuing an air quality alert for areas of South Dakota where smoke from wildfires in Canada is forecasted to settle.
First Human West Nile Virus Case of 2025 Reported in Brookings County
Today, the South Dakota Department of Health confirmed the first human West Nile virus (WNV) case of the 2025 season in a resident of Brookings County.
Bright Start Celebrates 25 Years of Supporting South Dakota Moms and Babies
The South Dakota Department of Health is proud to announce the 25th anniversary of Bright Start, a statewide home visiting program that has supported thousands of new and expecting mothers since its launch in 1999.
Public Health Notice: Potential Measles Exposure in Hot Springs
The South Dakota Department of Health is notifying the public of potential measles exposure at two locations in Hot Springs, SD. An out-of-state resident with a confirmed measles infection visited these public places while infectious.
WIC Program Announces New Income Guidelines, 2025
The Department of Health has released new income guidelines for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program effective July 1, 2025.