Suds up to stop germs
October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a day designated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to promote handwashing and raise awareness that...
Grant money available for heart disease and stroke prevention programs
The South Dakota Department of Health and the Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Program, together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, announced...
Avera Health receives $7.8 million donation for behavioral health services
The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has made the largest donation ever to a single service line with a recent grant...
Rounds’ IHS assessment bill moves to full Senate floor
Legislation proposed by Sen. Mike Rounds calling for a comprehensive assessment of the Indian Health Service (IHS) passed out of the Senate Indian Affairs...
Candidate debates scheduled on SDPB
Get the facts before heading to the polls in November by watching candidate debates. It’s the best way to learn where the candidates stand...
FDA to hold public meeting on drug shortages
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) will hold a public meeting on Nov. 27 to discuss the underlying causes of drug shortages and offer...
Legislative committee continues to discuss mental health services
A South Dakota legislative interim committee is scheduled to hold its fourth meeting on Oct. 18 in Pierre to discuss mental health services available...
CMS proposes changes to Medicare claims appeals process
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a proposed rule that would revise certain requirements for Medicare Parts A, B and...
Opioid bill awaits president’s signature
Last week the Senate voted 98-1 to pass the major opioid legislative package it had negotiated with the House. The bill now awaits President...
New LeadingAge webinars added to Learning Hub
LeadingAge has released two new training programs to meet the education needs of individuals working in the aging services health care sector. Click on...
