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Diabetes Management

Explore strategies for monitoring blood sugar levels, adopting healthy lifestyle habits, and understanding medication options.

/Topics/Diseases/Chronic Disease/Diabetes/

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.

/Programs/Fall Prevention Coalition/

LIFEPAK

The LIFEPAK is a series of advanced cardiac monitors/defibrillators used by EMS personnel to diagnose and treat cardiac emergencies.

/Healthcare Professionals/EMS & Trauma Program/

Applications for Designation

Apply for South Dakota Trauma Hospital Designation - CTH/TRH, TTH/RTH/ATH, NTH. Submit 6 weeks before visit/expiry. Streamline trauma care.

/Healthcare Professionals/EMS & Trauma Program/Trauma System/Designated Trauma Hospitals/

Get Tested — STIs

Preventing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like AIDS/HIV is essential to public health. Get tested.

/Topics/Diseases/Disease Prevention Services/STI Control/

Contacts

South Dakota Department of Health staff directory.

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Immunization Records Request

Request a copy of your child’s immunization record from Child & Family Services or Public Health Alliance.

/Topics/Immunizations & Vaccinations/

Streptococcal - Group B Infections

Group B streptococci (GBS) are one of the most frequent causes of bacterial infections and meningitis in newborn babies.

/Diseases/

Team-Based Care Toolkit

Team-based health care is the provision of health services by two or more collaborating providers who work to achieve coordinated, high-quality care.

/Topics/Diseases/Chronic Disease/Heart Disease & Stroke/Heart Health Initiatives/

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.

/Topics/MCH/Women's Health/Pregnancy/Preparing for Birth & Baby/