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South Dakota Department of Health Receives Maternal Health Innovation Grant to Improve Maternal Care
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) is committed to improving maternal health services statewide and ensuring that every mother and baby in South Dakota has the opportunity to thrive.
Two Years of Telemedicine in Motion: Enhancing Emergency Care Across South Dakota
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) and Avel eCare EMS proudly celebrate two years of the Telemedicine in Motion program, which has transformed emergency medical services (EMS) in 107 communities statewide.
South Dakota Department of Health Celebrates National Rural Health Day
The South Dakota Department of Health is proud to join organizations and communities across America to celebrate National Rural Health Day on November 21, 2024.
First West Nile Detection of Season in Minnehaha County
The South Dakota Department of Health has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV) mosquito pools of the season have been detected in Minnehaha County.
First Human West Nile Virus Case of 2025 Reported in Brookings County
Today, the South Dakota Department of Health confirmed the first human West Nile virus (WNV) case of the 2025 season in a resident of Brookings County.
South Dakota Department of Health Expands Rural Healthcare Facility Recruitment Assistance Program to Include Dental Hygienists
PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Health is pleased to announce the expansion of the Rural Healthcare Facility Recruitment Assistance Program (RHFRAP) to now include Dental Hygienists as eligible participants. In addition, dental offices will be added as eligible facilities under this program. The decision to include dental hygienists and dental offices is aimed at addressing the growing need for oral health services in rural communities across the state.
Why South Dakota Didn’t Have a Measles Outbreak
South Dakota prevented a measles outbreak through early action, education, vaccination, and strong partnerships to protect communities across the state.
South Dakota Health Department Issues Mosquito Control Advisory Post-Flooding
The South Dakota Department of Health is advising residents to take proactive steps to reduce mosquito populations following recent floods in several southeastern counties.
South Dakota Department of Health Awards Grant Dollars to Local Communities to Help Control Mosquito Populations
Today, the South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) announced that nearly 200 cities, counties, and tribes across South Dakota will collectively receive $500,000 in grants to combat mosquitoes and prevent the spread of West Nile Virus (WNV) in 2024.
First Human West Nile Virus Case of 2024 Reported in Beadle County
Today, the South Dakota Department of Health confirmed the first human West Nile virus (WNV) case of the 2024 season in a resident of Beadle County.