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Cryptosporidiosis
Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, which causes sporadic human gastrointestinal disease as well as large common source outbreaks.
Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
Learn about the causes, symptoms, transmission, and prevention of Middle-Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a contagious respiratory tract disease caused by a bacteria found in the mouth, nose and throat of an infected person.
Rotavirus
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea among children 6 months to 2 years of age in the United States.
Streptococcal - Group A Infections
Group A streptococci (GAS) bacteria are common and can cause conditions ranging from sore throat to toxic shock or destruction of tissue.
Herpes II
Learn about Herpes II (genital herpes), including symptoms, treatment options, prevention tips, and testing in South Dakota. Essential information for both the public and healthcare providers.
Ebola
Discover Ebola disease and its causes. FDA-approved ERVEBO® vaccine provides safe and effective prevention against Zaire ebolavirus.
PFAS
The term PFAS refers to a large family of synthetic chemicals called perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (1). They are commonly called “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and in biological systems. PFAS are useful in a wide variety of applications because they are water resistant, grease resistant, stain resistant, non-stick, non-corrosive, and non-reactive.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease of varying severity, ranging from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a serious, lifelong illness.
Influenza
Influenza, or flu, is a viral infection of the nose, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs that commonly occurs in the winter.