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Tia Kafka serves as the Marketing & Outreach Director for the Department of Health. She oversees the communications team and manages all department's media, communications, and marketing initiatives. Tia is a skilled and trained communications professional with over a decade of serving in various capacities within the state government and the private sector. Before transitioning to the Department of Health, Tia worked for the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce as the Convention and Visitors Bureau Director and the Chamber CEO. She specializes in communication strategies including marketing, fundraising, event planning, customer services, public awareness, media relations, and education tactics.
Tia graduated from Minnesota State University, Moorhead in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications with an emphasis on public relations and advertising. She and her husband moved to Pierre in 2011. Joe and Tia have two boys, Gavin and Aiden. Outside of work, Tia enjoys spending time with her family fishing, camping, and hiking outdoors. She also enjoys reading, dancing, watching movies, and snuggling with her kiddos and fur babies.
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Two Years of Telemedicine in Motion: Enhancing Emergency Care Across South Dakota
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) and Avel eCare EMS proudly celebrate two years of the Telemedicine in Motion program, which has transformed emergency medical services (EMS) in 107 communities statewide.
South Dakota Department of Health Receives Maternal Health Innovation Grant to Improve Maternal Care
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) is committed to improving maternal health services statewide and ensuring that every mother and baby in South Dakota has the opportunity to thrive.
South Dakota Department of Health Invites High School Students to Explore Healthcare Careers through Scrubs Camps
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) is excited to announce the return of Scrubs Camps for the 2024-2025 school year.
Department of Health Opens Applications for Year Three of the State Loan Repayment Program
On Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, the South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) will open the 2024 application period for the State Loan Repayment Program.
Secretary Melissa Magstadt Recognizes the State Public Health Laboratory During Forensic Science Week
South Dakota Department of Health Cabinet Secretary Melissa Magstadt celebrates National Forensic Science Week by recognizing the state public health laboratory.
South Dakota Health Link Announces 10th Annual Fall Forum
South Dakota’s health information exchange, Health Link, will host its 10th Annual Fall Forum on Oct. 10, 2024, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT.