by jmason | Feb 13, 2026 | Health
South Dakota, known for its vast landscapes and rolling plains, holds a unique position in the United States as a predominantly rural and frontier state. As of mid-2024, the population of South Dakota has reached approximately 924,669, marking a steady increase from...
by jmason | Feb 11, 2026 | Health
PIERRE, S.D., February 12, 2026 —…
by jmason | Jan 25, 2026 | Health
On January 25, 2026, South Dakota’s rural communities may witness substantial enhancements in their health care system, thanks to a momentous $189 million funding allocation. This funding, directed through the Rural Health Transformation Program, promises...
by jmason | Jan 16, 2026 | Health
The South Dakota Department of Health has announced four additional flu deaths, marking a concerning progression in the state’s current flu season. This brings the season’s total to six as of January 14. With 5,270 flu cases and 333 hospitalizations reported...
by jmason | Jan 1, 2026 | Health
MITCHELL, SD — The South Dakota Department of Health reports an unsettling start to the 2025-26 influenza season, as the first two flu-related deaths have occurred in Minnehaha County, spotlighting the need for increased public health vigilance across the state. Both...
