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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 Launches Maternal and Infant Health Task Force and Releases New Data to Guide Prevention Efforts
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has launched the Maternal and Infant Health Task Force, a statewide initiative to reduce preventable deaths among mothers and infants and to improve health outcomes for families across South Dakota.
South Dakota Department of Health Recognizes March as National Nutrition Month
Today, the South Dakota Department of Health proudly joined the nationwide celebration of National Nutrition Month®, which promotes year-round commitment to healthy eating and physical activity.
Department of Health Requests Participation in Maternal and Child Health Needs Assessment Survey
The Department of Health (DOH) is requesting South Dakota residents to participate in the Maternal and Child Health Needs Assessment Survey, an essential tool in understanding and addressing the health needs of mothers, infants, children, and families across the state.
DANR and DOH Announce Air Quality Alert for South Dakota | May 13, 2024
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) issued an air quality alert for areas of South Dakota where smoke from wildfires in Canada is forecasted to settle.
Brookings County Mosquito Pool First West Nile Detection of Season
The South Dakota Department of Health has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV) mosquito pools of the season have been detected in Brookings County.
South Dakota Department of Health Invites High School Students to Explore Healthcare Careers through Scrubs Camps
The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) is excited to announce the return of Scrubs Camps for the 2024-2025 school year.
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.