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State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS) Report, 2023
SUDORS is a surveillance system developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to collect comprehensive data on unintentional and undetermined overdose deaths. SUDORS aims to enhance state surveillance of drug overdoses to inform the development of prevention efforts across the state to reduce overdose deaths. This information comes from death certificates, coroner reports, and toxicology reports. The information collected is then de-identified and entered into the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS). South Dakota received funding in 2019 to start collecting SUDORS data, with 2020 being the first full year of SUDORS data collected.
SUDORS Infographic, 2023
In 2023 there were 65 unintentional and undetermined overdose deaths. A potential bystander was present in 44% of deaths, indicating there may have been an opportunity to provide life-saving actions at the time of the overdose. The largest proportion of overdose deaths were among males, individuals aged 35-44 years, and those who were White. 47% of deaths involved at least one opioid and 51% of deaths involved at least one stimulant. 46% of deaths were attributed to methamphetamine and 35% were attributed to fentanyl.
Vital Statistics Report, 2023
This report contains leading health indicators for vital statistics. The report is divided into eight main sections: Overview, Natality, Infant Mortality, Fetal Mortality, Mortality, Marriage and Divorce, and Infectious Disease. Each section contains written analysis plus tables and figures. There is also a technical notes section that provides additional information regarding the sources of data, data limitations, geographic allocation, populations, rates, and definitions.
PRAMS Summary Report, 2018-2022
The 2022 PRAMS survey gave South Dakota women an opportunity to share their experiences as part of an effort to improve the health of mothers, babies, and families in South Dakota. The data presented support the efforts to reduce infant mortality and improve maternal health.
Strategic Analysis of South Dakota’s Rural Healthcare Programs, 2024
The Office of Rural Health conducted a Strategic Analysis of Rural Healthcare Programs using a comprehensive five-step process to evaluate South Dakota’s rural healthcare access needs, assess current state programs, and determine their adequacy in addressing those needs. The five steps included an Environmental Scan, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Leading Practice Identification, and Recommendation Development. This analysis identified four core issues impacting healthcare access in rural South Dakota and provided actionable recommendations, sub-recommendations, and steps to address these challenges.
Annual Report on the Need for Additional Nursing Facility Beds or Nursing Facilities, 2024
In accordance with state law, the Department of Health, with assistance from the Department of Human Services annually considers the need for additional beds or nursing facilities in the State. If a need for additional beds or nursing facilities is identified, the Department of Health is required to solicit and evaluate proposals to address the identified need. Any facility that receives redistributed beds, or any authorized new facility, is required by law to maintain minimum Medicaid occupancy rates.
South Dakota Mortality Report, 2024 (Provisional)
South Dakota resident deaths and leading causes of death by month.
Annual Report, 2024
This year, our team made significant strides in strengthening community partnerships, expanding healthcare access, and enhancing the well-being of all South Dakotans. Our mission remains grounded in the belief that every resident deserves accessible, compassionate, and high-quality healthcare, regardless of where they live.