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Homicide Deaths, 2020-2022
Infographic of South Dakota homicide deaths in 2020-2022. There were 53 homicide deaths in 2022 and 52% of them were firearm-related. The largest proportion of homicide deaths were among males, individuals aged 30-39 years, and those who were American Indian. 56% of homicide suspects knew their victims.
Suicide Deaths, 2020-2022
Infographic of South Dakota suicide deaths during 2020-2022. South Dakota had 192 suicide deaths in 2022. The largest proportion of suicide deaths were among males, individuals aged 20-29 years, and those who were White. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
South Dakota Health Care Workforce Trends, 2024
South Dakota healthcare workforce trends and data from the Labor Market Information Center.
Childhood Blood Lead Surveillance Report, 2022
This is the South Dakota Department of Health (SD-DOH)’s first annual report on childhood blood lead surveillance produced by the SD Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP). The report presents data for children and adults in South Dakota who were tested and reported to SD-DOH during 2022. Trend data for 2016-2021, which coincides with blood lead being reportable to SD-DOH but prior to the CLPPP, was also included.
Health Behaviors of South Dakotans, 2022
The Health Behaviors of South Dakotans 2022 serves as a way to measure the health risks of South Dakotans. The information used to develop the report came from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). The survey consists of questions aimed at tracking and trending the prevalence of health behaviors and conditions over time.
Induced Abortions Report, 2023
There were no abortions performed in South Dakota in 2023, compared to 192 abortions in the previous year.
YRBS Report, 2013-2023
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.
Sexual Violence Report, 2022
In 2022, South Dakota’s rape rate was 55.8 per 100,000, considerably higher than the national annual rape rate of 40 per 100,000.
Youth Tobacco Survey Report, 2023
National data from 2023 shows a promising downward trend in the use of e-cigarettes overall among youth. However, this data also showed that most of the decline was among high school-age students, with middle school youth showing an increase in use.
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Year Two Evaluation Report
The South Dakota Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (SD CLPPP) provides lead exposure prevention education and support to the families of children exposed to lead and also maintains surveillance data of blood lead results on children younger than six. Using this data, SD CLPPP can develop and evaluate current efforts to prevent lead poisoning across the state. Data findings will be used to inform medical and health professionals on testing, reporting, and case management. Data collected can help to update outreach activities and educational materials for parents, educators, and health professionals.