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South Dakota WIC Services Continue Without Disruption

The South Dakota Department of Health confirms that the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program continues to operate as normal.

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South Dakota Department of Health Launches Vaccination Clinics Following New Measles Cases

In response to newly confirmed cases of measles in South Dakota, the Department of Health (DOH) is expanding access to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine through a series of public vaccination clinics across the state. These clinics aim to protect South Dakotans by preventing the further spread of this highly contagious disease.

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South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling

South Dakota issues new fish advisories based on mercury levels. Stay informed for safer consumption.

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South Dakota Department of Health Reports First Flu Death of the 2024-2025 Flu Season

The Department of Health is reporting the first influenza death of the 2024-2025 season, a Corson County resident in the over 65 years age group.

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South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling 2025

South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling

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South Dakota Department of Health Reports First Two Flu Deaths of the 2025-2026 Flu Season

The Department of Health is reporting the first two influenza deaths of the 2025 - 2026 season, both Minnehaha County residents in the >64-year age group.

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South Dakota Department of Health Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories Following Comprehensive Sampling 2026

The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources (DANR) and Game, Fish & Parks (GFP), has completed its annual fish collection and sampling program.

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South Dakota Department of Health Reports First Flu Death of the 2023-2024 Flu Season

South Dakota Department of Health Reports First Flu Death of the 2023-2024 Flu Season

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Protect Health During Flood Response

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakotans in flood-affected areas need to keep several health-related concerns in mind as they deal with cleanup issues, says the state Department of Health. The following fact sheet to provides basic information about some typical flood-related health and concerns. Find more flood-related health and safety information visit doh.sd.gov/flood.

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Nutramigen Infant Formula Recall – January 2024

Reckitt/Mead Johnson is taking extra caution and recalling certain batches of 12.6oz and 19.8oz cans of Nutramigen powder infant formula due to possible Cronobacter sakazkii contamination. 

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