RFA for DOH Cancer Programs Implementation Grant Announced
The SD Department of Health’s (DOH) Cancer Programs are pleased to announce the release of the Implementation Grant Request for Applications (RFA).
The programs are...
Gov. Noem Signs Bills to Promote Public Health into Law
Governor Kristi Noem signed five bills to promote public health into law.
“These bills will keep South Dakotans safe and healthy,” said Governor Noem. “When xylazine,...
Maternal Syphilis Rates Rise in South Dakota
Syphilis infections during pregnancy more than tripled between 2016 and 2022 to 280 cases per 100,000 births, ranging from 46 per 100,000 in Maine...
Legislative Update: Week 5
We are officially halfway through the 2024 Legislative session and so far, the SDAHO advocacy team feels good about the work done so far,...
Second Round of Child Care Funding Begins February 15
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and the Department of Social Services (DSS) announced the second phase of Governor Kristi Noem’s Investment Plan...
Gov. Noem Signs Compact Bills into Law
Governor Kristi Noem's office reported on February 5 the passage of two Compact Bills into law. Both Bills SDAHO publicly supported and testified as...
South Dakota Public Health Laboratory’s Forensic Chemistry Section Earns Prestigious ANAB Accreditation
The South Dakota Department of Health proudly announces the official accreditation of the Forensic Chemistry Section at the South Dakota Public Health Laboratory (SDPHL)...
Legislative Update: Week 4
Today wrapped up week 4 of the 2024 legislative session and it was a busy week for lawmakers as the deadline to file bills...
SDAHO Helps Push Palliative Care Definition One-Step Closer into State Law
Palliative Care and Hospice Care are often confused with or thought to be the same type of treatment; however, the South Dakota Association of...
Legislative Update: Week 3
With week 3 of this year’s legislative session wrapped up, there have been several more healthcare related bills filed. As of now SDAHO is...
