The Latest News From SDAHO

New Nexus SD funding opportunity

Nexus SD is a statewide collaboration of health care, human, and social service providers sharing information using an integrated technology platform and referral system...

2025 South Dakota Legislative Update: Week 6

It has been a busy week in the South Dakota State Legislature this past week, with many of the healthcare related measures SDAHO is...

SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update: February 21, 2025: A resource for members

Each week we provide an overview of state, federal, policy and additional issues impacting post-acute care. Each story will include a direct link to...

SD hospitals earn spots on Chartis Center for Rural Health top 100 lists

Congratulations to the South Dakota hospitals recognized among the Chartis Center for Rural Health's Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals for 2025 and Top...

Don’t miss out on the workforce sessions at the 2025 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is thrilled to present a diverse lineup of workforce-focused sessions at the 2025 Post-Acute Partners in...

CMS decides to cease Hospice SFP

Effective February 14, 2025, implementation of the Hospice Special Focus Program (SFP) for CY 2025 has ceased so that the Centers for Medicare and...

Health care safety and response training

Healthcare professionals often encounter high-pressure situations where quick thinking and effective responses can make all the difference. To help you navigate these challenging moments,...

South Dakota referenced in List of best states for professional caregivers

McKnight’s Senior Living recently posted an article listing the best states for professional caregivers. Three of the five most appealing states for direct caregivers...

Worldwide recall for ChloraPrep applicators due to fungal contamination

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) announced the voluntary recall of one lot of ChloraPrepâ„¢ Clear 1 mL Applicators due to fungal contamination under certain...

Pediatric oncology funding opportunity

The American Cancer Society (ACS) announced the launch of a new cycle of their competitive grant opportunity, aimed at expanding access to animal-assisted therapy...

Financial resources for those living with serious illness

Individuals living with serious illness are often faced with financial stress. Insurance co-pays, out of pocket expenses or non-covered medical expenses can add up....

Take CAPC’s Palliative Pulse Survey

Your opinion matters! Participate in the Palliative Pulse, CAPC's annual survey taking the pulse of the palliative care field. We want to learn about the...

SDAHO visit to Capitol Hill in support of rural healthcare

The National Rural Health Association hosted their 36th Rural Health Policy Institute in Washington DC, Feb 11-13.  SDAHO's Tammy Hatting, a member of the...

2025 South Dakota Legislative Update: Week 5

Week five was a productive week in Pierre for the SDAHO Advocacy team. We were successful in moving a handful of bills forward and...

Health Care Ethics Virtual Series: Navigating Complex Moral Issues in Health Care

Join us for an engaging and interactive series of virtual sessions designed to explore the ethical challenges faced by health care professionals in today's...

SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update: February 14, 2025: A resource for members

Each week we provide an overview of state, federal, policy and additional issues impacting post-acute care. Each story will include a direct link to...

Medical Debt Bills See Different Fates in SD House Committee

The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) advocacy team testified on two bills related to medical debt reform this past week in Pierre....

Now available SDAHO Post Acute Care Conference Brochure

Now available, the full brochure and agenda for The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) Post Acute Partners in Care Conference, taking place...

Court rules to restore webpages taken down by administration

U.S. District Judge John Bates ordered the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration...

Understanding seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Have you ever felt especially tired, sad, or unmotivated during the winter months? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience changes in their...

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