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Oral Health Prevention

Tooth decay is almost entirely preventable. Use these tips to ensure you and your child avoid cavities, gingivitis and periodontal disease.

/Topics/Maternal & Child Health/Children’s Health/Oral Health for Children/

Regulatory Compliance & Review

To file a concern about poor quality, abuse, or neglect by any staff member of the facility, follow these steps.

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/

Health Facility Regulation FAQs

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/Regulatory Compliance & Review/

HIV/AIDS Prevention

Over 700 South Dakotans are living with HIV/AIDS. The Department of Health seeks to ensure every positive person is aware of their status, linked to quality medical care, and provided with the support they need to lead long, healthy lives.

/Topics/Diseases/Disease Prevention Services/HIV/AIDS/

Hospice

Hospice care is not limited to medical care but also addresses all physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of the patient, as well as the emotional needs of the patient’s family.

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/Facility Types/

Home Health Agencies (HHA)

Home health agencies (HHAs) provide skilled nursing services and at least one of the following other therapeutic services: physical therapy, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, medical social services, or home health aide services in a place of residence used as a patient’s home.

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/Facility Types/

Career Opportunities

Find South Dakota Emergency Medical Services job postings.

/Healthcare Professionals/EMS & Trauma Program/

School Health Services

/Topics/Public Health Nursing/

Influenza

Learn about influenza, access forms and prevention materials, subscribe to the newsletter, and more.

/Topics/Diseases/Infectious Diseases/

EMS & Trauma Program

Find information on emergency medical services (EMS), including licensing and certification requirements, BLS education and additional EMS resources.

/Healthcare Professionals/