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Travel Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has an extensive impact on travelers. If you have future travel plans, keep an eye on the news for updates on the evolving situation.

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Hospice

Hospice care is not limited to medical care but also addresses all physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of the patient, as well as the emotional needs of the patient’s family.

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/Facility Types/

FAQs

Find answers to questions about the J-1 Visa Waiver Program.

/Healthcare Professionals/Rural Health/J-1 Visa Waiver Program/

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Learn about the licensure process, educational requirements, and the vital support they provide to licensed SLPs.

/Licensing and Records/Boards/Speech-Language Pathology/SLP Licensing Requirements & Forms/

Vaccinations & Vitamins

If you are planning a pregnancy it is important to share your vaccination history with your medical provider so he/she can determine whether you need any vaccinations prior to becoming pregnant.

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Immunizations

Vaccines are one of the best ways to protect your baby against serious diseases, especially between birth and age two.

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Controlled Substance Registration

Learn the laws and rules around controlled substances and how to get a controlled substance registration.

/Healthcare Professionals/Health Facility Licensure/

Education, Training & Examination Requirements

Access vital information on educational qualifications, training programs and examination criteria for aspiring massage therapists in South Dakota.

/Licensing and Records/Boards/Massage/

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.

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Office of Lifespan Health Advisory Committee

The Office of Lifespan Health Advisory Committee (OLH AC) will provide counsel and advice on the development, implementation, and evaluation of maternal child health programs within the South Dakota Department of Health, per the OLH Family Engagement policy. The OLH AC is advisory in nature, and members of the committee will have expertise with OLH populations. The OLH AC’s purview is statewide.

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