South Dakota Department of Health

South Dakota’s first case of measles in 2025 has been confirmed in a Meade County individual.

A former state employee is facing fraud charges after authorities say she falsified her own medical marijuana card.

A new state Department of Health report is highlighting concern over the spread of highly-infectious diseases like measles. This comes amid an increase in skepticism over vaccines.

The state Department of Health issues a couple advisories following a sampling program designed to assess the safety of fish consumption.

A new partnership is aiming to fight drug overdose deaths across South Dakota.

A former state employee accused of forgery is pleading guilty to multiple charges.

The South Dakota Department of Health is confirming a child death due to a co-infection of pertussis and influenza.

The South Dakota Attorney General is bringing charges against another former state employee who has been arrested on forgery charges. It’s the fourth case the Republican has brought against former state employees this year.

While a light flu season so far, health officials say this serves as an important reminder of getting your flu shot.

The Health Resources and Services Administration awards the state Department of Health millions in funding to address maternal health challenges in South Dakota.