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Vital Statistics Report, 2022
This report contains state and county leading health indicators for vital statistics. The report is divided into eight main sections: Overview, Natality, Infant Mortality, Mortality, Marriage and Divorce, Infectious Disease, and Health Status Profiles.
HIV/AIDS Surveillance Report, 2023
HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infection surveillance data are summarized in this four-page report that also includes a "Technical Notes" section at the end.
Annual Report on the Need for Additional Nursing Facility Beds or Nursing Facilities, 2023
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.
Maternal Mortality 1-Pager, 2023
South Dakota is taking significant steps to address maternal mortality and improve pregnancy outcomes. In 2021, the Department of Health established the Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC), which meets regularly to examine pregnancy-associated and pregnancy-related deaths. Thanks to the MMRC’s insights, our Maternal Child Health team, working closely with Maternal Mortality in South Dakota Map created by the Office of Child and Family Services Community Health Nurses, has implemented several vital interventions. These include increasing post-partum visits for pregnancy care clients and providing depression screenings for pregnant and post-partum individuals.
Annual Report, 2023
Our commitment to excellence is evident in our progress in implementing our strategic plan. We have achieved significant milestones in enhancing healthcare accessibility, improving health outcomes, and fostering collaborative partnerships.
Planned Parenthood Abortion Inspection Report, 12-07-2023
Abortion facility inspections are conducted annually to ensure compliance with all applicable licensing and regulatory standards.
Reducing Syphilis, 2023
Adult Syphilis: 1,504 cases reported - 90% increase from 2021 and 2,493% increase from the 5-year median. Congenital Syphilis: 40 Congenital and 3 Syphilitic Stillbirths. 150% increase from 2021 and 1,233% increase in 5-year median.
EMS Regional Services Designation Assessment Report, 2023
The following Regional Service Designation assessment is aimed at identifying current challenges facing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in South Dakota while ensuring all South Dakotans - regardless of where they live - receive high-quality healthcare in a timely and efficient manner.
EMS Regional Services Designation Assessment Brief, 2023
The following Regional Service Designation assessment is aimed at identifying current challenges facing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in South Dakota while ensuring all South Dakotans - regardless of where they live - receive high-quality healthcare in a timely and efficient manner.