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South Dakota Department of Health taking wellness on the road …

WEBHealth Secretary Melissa Magstadt says the Wellness on Wheels — or WOW– mobile clinics are a proactive approach to bridging gaps and ensuring everyone has access to services they need to thrive. She says DOH will leverage partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers and social service agencies to identify …

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Health Department Announces Grants Available for Local …

WEBThe grant amount available for 2024 is $500,000. Individual grants will range from $500 to $20,000 and must be used exclusively for local mosquito control programs. Grant awards are based on the population of the applying jurisdiction and its number of human cases through the year 2023. To apply for the WNV Prevention grant, all eligible …

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SD Department of Health breaks ground for new Workforce and …

WEBAPRIL 23, 2024, UPDATE: The South Dakota Department of Health officially broke ground today (April 23, 2024) for its new Workforce and Education Center in Pierre. Governor Kristi Noem said she put funding for the facility in her 2021 budget. State Health Lab Director Dr. Tim Southern said when complete, it will include a state-of-the-art health

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Experts spotlight youth mental health, suicide prevention

WEBWalter Panzirer with the group has seen positive results. 00:00. 00:00. “We had a 75% reduction of transports to the mental health facilities. They were able to get care at home, locally; 25% percent of the calls were for youth.”. According to the CDC, South Dakota had the fifth-highest suicide rate in the country in 2021 with over 200 deaths.

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St. Mary’s Hospital CEO hopes new map gets people in Fort Pierre …

WEBA Community Health Need Assessment done by Avera St. Mary’s Hospital in Pierre two years ago showed community interest in having more access to affordable physical activities. To address that need, representatives from Avera, the City of Pierre and the City of Fort Pierre have developed a map that highlights free and low-cost …

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US pledges money and other aid to help track and contain bird flu …

WEBUNDATED (AP)- U.S. health and agriculture officials pledged nearly $200 million in new spending and other efforts Friday (May 10, 2024) to help track and contain an outbreak of bird flu in the nation’s dairy cows that has spread to more than 40 herds in nine states.. The new funds include $101 million to continue work to prevent, test, track and …

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Avera Virtual Visits keeps patients and providers connected

WEBThe technology is being added to new sites each day. In Pierre, patients should call the clinic to set up a virtual visit at 605-224-5901. Both the AveraNow and AveraChart systems will allow telehealth appointments to take place. Patients can use two platforms and a variety of communication devices to meet with providers via video chat.

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Who Do You Call When A Farmer Needs Help

WEBAnother easy option is the Farmers Stress Hotline, 800-691-4336. Confidential and free, the service is available 24/7 and will help farmers, rancher or their supporters connect with mental health services. Nationally, farm organizations yesterday (Wed.) announced a partnership to address high levels of stress affecting farmers and …

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Lodging for cancer patients soon a reality in Pierre DRGNews

WEBIn a joint statement, they said the Benedictine Sisters established St. Mary’s hospital in 1899 when health care was identified as a need. 120 years later, they’re delighted to leave a legacy that continues the sisters’ original mission to meet the needs of the community. The Sisters will return to the Mother of God Monastery in Watertown.

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Amy Iversen-Pollreisz named CEO of Capital Area Counseling Service

WEBIn that role, she has provided leadership and direction for the public behavioral health system, including community mental health and addiction services. From 2000 to 2011, she held leadership roles in the Department of Human Services in the Division of Mental Health. She served as an elementary school counselor in the Stanley …

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FDA Reaffirms Pasteurization is Effective against HPAI

WEBThe public health risk associated with HPAI remains low. APRIL 2, 2024: Officials from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service have confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Michigan dairy herd. That herd recently added cattle from Texas, one of the first states to report HPAI in dairy cattle.

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Livermont named Administrator at Avera Gettysburg Hospital

WEBIn addition to her studies in the US, she has studied Health Administration in Germany, Ecuador, Cuba and Australia. Before taking on the role as interim Administrator for Avera Gettysburg Hospital in April, Livermont worked as an Administrative Fellow at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital and as an Administrator in Training at Avera Brady …

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Sanford Health Entities to Pay $20.25 Million to Settle False Claims

WEBThe Department of Justice announced Monday that hospital entities Sanford Health, Sanford Medical Center, and Sanford Clinic (collectively, Sanford), of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, have agreed to pay $20.25 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations that they knowingly submitted false claims to federal healthcare programs resulting from …

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Post Named As New Chief Medical Officer for Avera Medical Group

WEBBy Diane Deis Aug 26, 2019 | 11:46 AM. Dr. Kevin Post, DO, will take over the role of Avera Medical Group’s Chief Medical Officer when Dr. Tad Jacobs, DO, retires at the end of this year. Avera President and CEO Bob Sutton says Dr. Post’s 14 years of hands-on experience in both primary care and emergency medicine give him valuable insight

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Vista Care replacing Oahe, Inc. as CSP provider in Pierre and …

WEBVista Care will replace Oahe, Inc. as a Community Support Provider for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Pierre and Mobridge starting July 1. According to a letter signed by Oahe, Inc. board of directors president Nina Fromm, the agreement will improve the quality of services and expand the array of services provided …

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Mark Chesnutt Opens Up About Health Battle: ‘The Fight Is Over’

WEBIn a note posted to social media, he admits he’s been “struggling with a battle that I’ve fought to overcome for many years on my own.” Continue reading…

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Avera Health Announces Chief Human Resources Officer

WEBKim Jensen has been named Chief Human Resources Officer for the Avera Health system. She officially begins that role Dec. 30. Avera Health President and CEO Bob Sutton says Kim brings numerous years of experience with HR leadership – and specifically more than 20 years of experience with Avera. She has been absolutely …

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Austin John Winkler’s Health Crisis, Sobriety + Life-Saving Song

WEBFlags at half-staff at State Capitol today in honor of former state legislator Burton "Burt" Elliot Winner man sentenced for Third Degree Burglary Historic Preservation Grant Awarded to The Farr House Pierre passes resolution for liquor license at Hillsview Golf Course Clubhouse EPA issues emergency fuel waiver for E-15 sales Mobridge gas …

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Jimmy Fortune to Undergo Bypass Surgery to Correct Heart Issues

WEB64 °F Mainly Cloudy. Pierre, SD 57501, USA. 56 °F Cloudy. Country-gospel stalwart Jimmy Fortune is thanking fans for their prayers as he heads into major heart surgery. Continue reading….

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Oak Ridge Boys’ Joe Bonsall Details Neuromuscular Disorder

WEBCurrent Weather. Chamberlain, SD 57325, USA. 50 °F Cloudy. Mobridge, SD 57601, USA. 47 °F Clear. Pierre, SD 57501, USA. 51 °F Clear. The Oak Ridge Boys' farewell tour will no longer include Joe Bonsall. Continue reading….

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Mark Chesnutt Postpones Concert Due to Unknown Health Concerns

WEBSouth Dakota State Fair officially adds Wednesday to become a six day event Terwilliger, Coverdale crowned Pierre T.F. Riggs prom royalty SD Department of Health breaks ground for new Workforce and Education Center in Pierre Esteemed supporters honored at South Dakota State FFA Convention Afternoon Sports with William Haynes …

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Kansas’ Phil Ehart on 50 Years: ‘Not Ready to Hang It Up Yet’

WEBStrong demand remains for farmland Biofuels Have Heating Oil Industry on Net-Zero Track Health Department Announces Grants Available for Local Mosquito Control Afternoon Sports with William Haynes (5/2/24) Hughes County reopens six mile long section of 196th Street U.S. House Ag Committee Chair releases proposed draft of new farm bill …

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