South Dakota Health Link Announces 2025 Fall Forum Virtual Sessions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 15, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Tia Kafka, DOHMedia@state.sd.us
South Dakota Health Link Announces 2025 Fall Forum Virtual Sessions
PIERRE, S.D. – 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.
“This year, our Health Link team is offering a series of three virtual sessions designed to provide focused updates and demonstrations of our Health Insights analytic tools. These virtual sessions give us the opportunity to share important Health Link updates while showcasing the analytic tools that support healthcare providers and improve outcomes for South Dakotans,” said South Dakota Department of Health Secretary Melissa Magstadt.
Session Highlights:
Each session will include:
- Updates from the South Dakota Health Link team and progress on technology enhancements;
- New members and other highlights; and
- Health Insights Analytics Showcase, featuring:
- Cross-Hospital Patient Movement Tracking;
- Predictive Analytics for Readmission Risk; and
- Maternal Health Access and Outcomes in Hospital Desert Areas.
Dates & Times:
Participants can select the session that best fits their schedule:
- Thursday, October 23 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM CT
- Thursday, October 30 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM CT
- Thursday, November 6 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM CT
Registration for the Fall Forum is now open. Attendees can register here: 2025 SD Health Link Fall Forum Virtual Presentations.
About South Dakota Health Link:
South Dakota Health Link is the state’s Health Information Exchange (HIE), connecting healthcare providers to securely share patient information. This exchange enhances care coordination, reduces medical errors, and ensures that vital health data is accessible when needed. By providing comprehensive patient records across different care settings, Health Link helps improve healthcare outcomes and supports public health initiatives.
At the heart of the Department of Health’s mission is a simple goal: to protect and improve the health of all South Dakotans. The department is entrusted with the vital task of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to quality healthcare for all South Dakotans.
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