Exploring Opportunities for Innovation in Rural Maternal Care
Every pregnant woman deserves access to high-quality maternal care — from conception through postpartum. Yet in parts of the country, some of that care...
CMS launches Rural Health Transformation Program website, application to open soon
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) has launched a website for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT)Â Program. The RHT Program was authorized by the...
Targeted Technical Assistance for Rural Hospitals Program
Applications are being accepted for year three of the Targeted Technical Assistance for Rural Hospitals Program (TTAP). The application deadline to be considered is...
A win for rural health care programs – Senate Appropriations Committee makes funding decisions
The National Rural Healthcare Association (NRHA) recently submitted a press release sharing details about the United State's Senate Appropriations Committee's funding decisions, as it...
Applications open for 2025 Rural Healthcare Facility Recruitment Assistance Program
The Department of Health is excited to announce the availability of the Rural Healthcare Facility Recruitment Assistance Program (RHFRAP) 2025 incentive program. This program...
South Dakota among states most affected by obstetric unit closures
Over the past decade, access to obstetric services in South Dakota has experienced a significant decline, reflecting a concerning national trend that disproportionately affects...
Lisa McPherson, RN, of Fall River Health Services featured in workforce recruitment video campaign
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is proud to showcase Lisa McPherson, RN, with Fall River Health Services in Hot Springs, South...
2025 SDAHO Rural Health Leaders Conference: Strengthening Rural a Resounding Success
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) successfully hosted its annual Rural Health Leaders Conference in Fort Pierre, June 25–26, 2025. The in-person,...
Health care sisters from Fall River Health Services featured in workforce recruitment video campaign
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is proud to showcase two sisters both working in health care with Fall River Health Services...
Tonya Bloom of Fall River Health Services featured in workforce recruitment video campaign
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is proud to showcase Tonya Bloom, RN, with Fall River Health Services in Hot Springs, South...
