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South Dakota Department of Health Offers Tetanus Booster Shots in Response to Flood Conditions

The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) will be offering Tetanus booster shots to eligible citizens and responders in response to the recent flood conditions affecting parts of South Dakota. 

June 28, 2024 | Infectious Disease

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.

June 27, 2024 | Infectious Disease

Health Department Announces Grants Available for Local Mosquito Control 2024

The South Dakota Department of Health today announced that cities, counties, and tribes can apply, or reapply, to obtain state grant funding to help control mosquito populations and prevent the spread of West Nile Virus (WNV) in their local communities.

May 1, 2024 | Infectious Disease

Department of Health Secretary, Melissa Magstadt, Issues the Following Statement on H5N1 Avian Influenza

In response to recent concerns surrounding H5N1 Avian Influenza, South Dakota Department of Health Secretary, Melissa Magstadt, underscores collaborative efforts with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to safeguard the well-being of both the state's population and livestock.

April 12, 2024 | Infectious Disease

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

Two Bats Test Positive For Rabies at Great Plains Zoo

Two Bats Test Positive For Rabies at Great Plains Zoo

August 24, 2023 | Infectious Disease