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South Dakota Department of Health Launches Vaccination Clinics Following New Measles Cases
In response to newly confirmed cases of measles in South Dakota, the Department of Health (DOH) is expanding access to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine through a series of public vaccination clinics across the state. These clinics aim to protect South Dakotans by preventing the further spread of this highly contagious disease.
South Dakota Reports Significant Decline in Syphilis Cases: Targeted Outreach and Testing Drive Progress
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) reports encouraging progress in the fight against syphilis, with provisional data showing a 55.2% decline in early syphilis cases compared to the 5-year median. Overall, syphilis cases across all stages are down 41.5% from the same time last year.
Public Health Notice: Measles Exposure Possible at Rapid City Locations
The South Dakota Department of Health is notifying the public of potential measles exposure at two locations in Pennington County. The individual, who is South Dakota’s second confirmed measles case, visited public places while infectious.
Department of Health Reports First Measles Case in South Dakota
Department of Health Reports First Measles Case in South Dakota
DANR and DOH Announce Air Quality Alert for South Dakota | May 30, 2025
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) will be issuing an air quality alert for areas of South Dakota where smoke from wildfires in Canada is forecasted to settle.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies at Great Plains Zoo
The Great Plains Zoo (GPZ) reported one bat on its campus, found between the pollinator garden and the farm, that tested positive for rabies.
South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling 2025
South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling
South Dakota Launches Maternal and Infant Health Task Force and Releases New Data to Guide Prevention Efforts
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has launched the Maternal and Infant Health Task Force, a statewide initiative to reduce preventable deaths among mothers and infants and to improve health outcomes for families across South Dakota.
State Departments of Health and Game, Fish and Parks Collaborate to Provide Stop the Bleed Training to Conservation Officers
South Dakota is the first state in the nation to ensure every Conservation Officer has received "Stop the Bleed" training, setting a new standard for emergency preparedness in natural resources law enforcement.
South Dakota Department of Health Reports Pertussis Death
The Department of Health is reporting the death of a child due to a co-infection of Pertussis and influenza. The last Pertussis death occurred in 2023 among a pediatric patient.