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Healthy Weight Gain
How much weight you gain during pregnancy varies on your BMI before pregnancy. Here’s what you should know about gaining too little or too much weight.
Care After Delivery
Congratulations! You have a new baby to care for. But it’s also important that you care for yourself.
Infectious Disease Surveillance
Communicable disease surveillance monitors patterns of disease occurrence and assesses the health status of South Dakota's population.
Pregnancy Care Program
Pregnancy Care Program: South Dakota Department of Health's program promoting infant health and supporting parents through education and resources.
Work With Us
Join the South Dakota Department of Health and make a difference in public health. Explore rewarding career opportunities with us today.
Preconception Health & Planning
If you are thinking about becoming pregnant within the next year, you will want to visit with your healthcare provider about your reproductive plan.
Med Cannabis Establishments
Learn about medical cannabis establishments in South Dakota, including dispensaries, cultivators, testing labs, and licensing requirements.
Fall Prevention Resources
Falling is not a normal part of aging. Falls can be prevented by exercising, creating a safer home, and getting regular health check-ups.
Amendments & Court Orders
Learn more about making amendments to birth certificates and marriage records as well as about court ordered name changes to vital records.
Vaccinations & Vitamins
If you are planning a pregnancy it is important to share your vaccination history with your medical provider so he/she can determine whether you need any vaccinations prior to becoming pregnant.