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Levels of Long-Term Care
The levels of institutional care in South Dakota include: nursing facilities, assisted living centers, adult foster care homes, residential living centers, congregate housing.
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer includes cancers of the mouth and the back of the throat and are caused by HPV and other chief risk factors.
Oral Health Resources
Obtain resources on oral health.
Immunizations & Vaccinations
Protect all South Dakotans against vaccine-preventable diseases by increasing immunization coverage levels for children and adults.
MCH Needs Assessment
The South Dakota Department of Health Office of Child and Family Services asks for your help to gather information about the health needs of women, children, and youth including those with special health care needs, and their families.
Child Development
From birth to age 5, your child should reach milestones in how he or she plays, learns, speaks, acts, and moves. Learn about growth and development screening.
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.