South Dakota Department of Health

The South Dakota Department of Health is excited to announce the return of Scrubs Camps for the 2024-2025 school year. Read the full press release: https://ow.ly/3KZC50TFFnk

The American Heart Association is launching a stroke system of care initiative in South Dakota and is currently recruiting healthcare providers and facilities from across the stroke chain of survival to participate. EMS, acute care hospitals, and post-acute care facilities will engage in monthly statewide learning collaboratives to assess current practices, identify gaps, and collaborate to improve outcomes for South Dakota’s stroke patients. These stakeholders will help to develop protocols, collect data, and will receive a participation stipend for their efforts. Join us for a webinar on October 15, 2024, at 12 pm CST to learn more. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gqxBXKsz

Meet our keynote speaker, Tami Hogie-Lorenzen! Tami is a Family Nurse Practitioner at South Dakota Urban Indian Health (SDUIH) in Pierre and has been a dedicated part of the team for 21 years. She’s currently serving as the Interim CEO at SDUIH, where her passion for chronic disease management, HIV care, family planning, and mental health shines. With a doctorate from Frontier University and a strong commitment to primary care for all ages, Tami is a true leader in healthcare. Don’t miss the chance to hear from her! For more information: https://ow.ly/QqfQ50T4xeW

NOW HIRING: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Senior Microbiologist in Pierre For more details, https://ow.ly/KI2c50TBa9P

The Office of Public Health Nursing Services launched its flu vaccination clinics with a successful drive-through event for state employees in Pierre. Over the two-day event, the team administered 682 flu vaccines. Utilizing the Primary Health System, they seamlessly scheduled and registered participants online and sent out appointment reminders, ensuring a streamlined experience. The Wellness on Wheels van was also onsite, providing a convenient space for walk-in vaccinations and enhancing access for all.

TODAY is the last day to register for the SD 2024 Annual Health Link Fall Forum! Don't miss out on this opportunity join us, in person, for an informative session about South Dakota's Health Information Exchange (SD Health Link) and gain an understanding of the tools and services Health Link offers. For registration and more information: https://ow.ly/l2Tc50T4wZl

Ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in healthcare? At Scrubs Camp, high school students like you will get hands-on experience in nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, and more! Learn from healthcare professionals, practice medical skills, and discover what makes this field so exciting. Don’t miss out! Find a Scrubs Camp near you. https://ow.ly/bIrf50Tn8gE #SDScrubsCamps

Day 2 of the "Creating Healthy & Wealthy Communities" workshop was a tremendous success! A big thank you to all our attendees, speakers, and partners for making this event impactful and inspiring.   We had incredible breakout sessions led by Sharon Chontos, Tracey McMahon, Rachel Oelmann, and Rachel Schartz, who shared valuable strategies on everything from reading RFPs and developing project budgets to evaluating program success. Your expertise truly helped shape the future of our communities!   Special thanks to Rachel Schartz for her powerful keynote address on grant management, and to SD Department of Health Secretary Melissa Magstadt for delivering our closing remarks.   This workshop wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of our speakers, planning team, and everyone who contributed their time and energy to create such a collaborative environment. We had over 140 individuals attend from 50 different communities! Together, we’re building healthier, more vibrant communities across South Dakota.

Meet our keynote speaker, Dr. Ashley Podhradsky! Vice President for Research & Economic Development at Dakota State University, Dr. Podhradsky is a leader in cybersecurity, an advocate for gender diversity in tech, and a co-founder of the CybHER program. Her work has earned her numerous accolades and national recognition. Don’t miss her insights! For more information: https://lnkd.in/deKz5MUx

🌟 Meet Melissa Slaba, our dedicated Radiology Health Facility Surveyor with the Office of Licensure and Certification! 🌟 Melissa ensures X-ray equipment and operators across South Dakota meet state and federal guidelines, enhancing the safety and quality of healthcare. Join her on a journey through her day-to-day work and see how she makes a difference! 🚀 Learn more about Licensure and Certification: https://lnkd.in/gNgKFbgM #SDFacesOfPublicHealth