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WIC
South Dakota WIC: Nutritious foods, education, and support for eligible participants, promoting well-being of mothers and children.
Immunization Information for Parents
Vaccinating your children according to the recommended schedule is one of the best ways you can protect them from 14 harmful and potentially deadly diseases before their second birthday.
Nutrition
Proper nutrition with a balanced diet of nutrient-dense foods can make improve your physical and mental health as well as ensure healthy childhood development.
Toddler Oral Health Care
Learn how to best care for your child’s oral health from birth to 6 months old with developing good dental habits.
Pregnancy Risks
Pregnancy can affect your physical and mental health drastically. Conditions can lead to complications or even death for the pregnant person or the baby.
Healthy Relationships
Learn about the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships. Find resources on teen dating violence, sexual education, parental guidance, and more.
Prenatal Care
Prenatal care can begin the minute a woman decides she wants to become pregnant, but at a minimum, it should start as soon as a pregnancy is suspected.
Zoonotic Diseases
Learn how zoonotic diseases, which are illnesses that spread between animals and people, affect South Dakotans. Explore common zoonotic infections like rabies, West Nile virus, and tularemia, and find out how the South Dakota Department of Health helps protect you through education and prevention programs.
Visitation Laws
Stay informed on South Dakota visitation laws for patients in hospitals, nursing facilities, and assisted living centers, including detailed regulations, rights, and procedures.
Healthcare Facility Visitation Laws, Rules, Regulations & Guidance
Discover Health Care Facility Visitation Laws in South Dakota—Explore HB 1283 requirements, state laws, and federal regulations for patient and resident visitation.