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Unintentional Falls Among Adults Aged 65 Years and Older, 2026
Unintentional falls are a major public health concern and are among the top 10 leading causes of death for South Dakotans aged 65 years and older (2025). From 2016 to 2025, there were 1,720 unintentional fall-related deaths in this age group across the state. The number of fall-related deaths decreased by 7%, from 180 deaths in 2024 to 168 deaths in 2025. In 2024, South Dakota had the 10th highest age-adjusted rate in the nation for unintentional fall-related deaths among individuals aged 65 years and older, at 118.3 per 100,000 — well above the national rate of 78.7 per 100,000.
Alcohol-Related Deaths & Hospitalizations in South Dakota, 2026
Excessive alcohol use is one of the leading preventable causes of death in the United States. Around 178,000 people die from excessive drinking each year. Alcohol-related deaths have been an increasing concern over the last ten years in South Dakota. South Dakota had the second-highest age-adjusted rate for alcohol-related deaths at 34.1 per 100,000, while the United States rate was 13.0 per 100,000 (2020-2024).
South Dakota WIC Program Annual Report, 2025
The South Dakota WIC Program 2025 Annual Report highlights program accomplishments, nutrition services, breastfeeding support, and community outreach. In FY2025, WIC served 24,709 participants and provided nearly $12 million in food benefits statewide.
Traumatic Brain Injury Report, 2026
From 2016 to 2025, there were 2,412 TBI-related deaths among South Dakota residents. In 2025 alone, there were 262 TBI-related deaths, which was a 2% decrease from 267 deaths in 2024.
South Dakota Healthcare Workforce Trends, 2026
South Dakota healthcare workforce trends and data from the Labor Market Information Center.
Suicide Surveillance Report, 2026
In 2025, suicide was the 8th leading cause of death in South Dakota, the leading cause of death for individuals aged 10-29 years, and the 5th leading cause of death among American Indians. There were 214 suicide deaths in South Dakota in 2025, which was an 8% increase from 198 deaths in 2024.
Medical Cannabis Data, September 2026
In September 2026, there were 20,040 patients, 631 caregivers, and 212 providers in the Medical Cannabis program.
Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) Report, 2015-2025
The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) monitors six priority health behaviors, including behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence; sexual behaviors that contribute to unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV; alcohol and drug use; tobacco use; dietary behaviors; and physical activity.
Rape Prevention Education Annual Evaluation Report, 2026
This annual evaluation report summarizes South Dakota’s Rape Prevention and Education Program activities from February 2025 through January 2026, including prevention education, partnerships, training, data collection, and evaluation efforts. Key activities included implementation of the Shifting Boundaries curriculum, support for Bright Start Home Visiting Nurses, development of the ENGAGE curriculum, creation of a statewide RPE Workgroup, and expanded use of data to guide sexual violence prevention efforts.
Maternal & Infant Health Task Force Strategic Plan, 2026
This strategic plan outlines South Dakota’s coordinated approach to improving maternal and infant health through data, partnerships, and sustainable solutions. It identifies key needs and gaps and establishes objectives focused on women’s health, infant health, and systems of care to improve access and outcomes across the state.