Bright Start services include prenatal, maternal, and infant/child health, development assessments and education, plus parenting, health, safety and nutrition education. Services continue until the child’s second birthday.
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Happy #NationalEMSWeek! Telemedicine in Motion is a groundbreaking initiative providing remote medical services to EMS agencies in SD. Enhancing patient care & supporting EMS professionals.
#EMSheroes #ThankYouEMS
Learn more: ems.sd.gov/initiatives/
Tracy Smith is a dedicated Community Health Nurse from Bon Homme County who loves building community relationships and being a go-to resource. Her most memorable days involve educating schools on hygiene and growth. #SDHealthHeroes #SDDOHLife #BehindtheScenes
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#WorkForUS - The DOH has many #employment opportunities available.
To learn more or to apply, visit: bhr.sd.gov/workforus, click all open positions and search for the Job ID or agency - Health.
#jobsearch #SDCareers #SouthDakota #HealthCareers
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#SDDOH Sec. Magstadt discusses groundbreaking innovations in #Telemedicine on Newsmax News. #TelemedicineinMotion brings the power of emergency room care to ambulances.
Watch the interview from 1:40:00 to 1:44:00.: newsmaxtv.com/Shows/American
#HealthcareInnovation #EMSWeek
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Marty Link & Becky Vande Kieft presented information about Telemedicine in Motion at the gpTRAC "Telehealth Everywhere 2023" conference in Minneapolis.
Participants from around the region learned about the initiative & how it's improving pre-hospital care & EMS support in #SD.
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It’s #StopTheBleedDay - Anyone can be trained and be ready to save someone’s life – a friend, a family member, a colleague, or the person next to you – whether you know them or not. stopthebleedproject.org/about/
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#DYK that chlorine doesn’t kill germs in pools right away? While it kills most germs within minutes, some germs can live in a properly chlorinated pool for days! Protect yourself. Don’t swallow water you swim or play in. #healthyswimming go.usa.gov/xsymt
Today for #NationalEMSWeek we celebrate the LIFEPAK initiative in SD, which equips 345 ambulances with state-of-the-art cardiac monitor/defibrillators. EMS personnel are better equipped to improve EMS across the state.
#EMSheroes #ThankYouEMS
ems.sd.gov/initiatives/
Ambulance agencies across the state received training and their new LIFEPAK 15’s during trainings in Yankton and Watertown.
We want to give all those who attended a special thank you. Your commitment to enhancing your skills and knowledge is truly commendable.
South Dakota shines in healthcare with three hospitals on the prestigious Top 20 Rural & Community Hospitals list. These awards were presented at the NRHA Annual Conference last week. Congrats to our outstanding facilities!
Check out the winners here:
Every minute counts when a stroke happens. Calling 9-1-1 right away can help you or a loved one get the lifesaving treatment needed to reduce the risk of death and serious disability from stroke.
Learn more. doh.sd.gov/diseases/chron
#StrokeMonth
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Happy National EMS Week! Thank you to all EMS professionals for your dedication to keeping us safe. From EMTs to first responders, you are our heroes on the frontlines. We appreciate your courage and commitment! #NationalEMSWeek #EMSheroes #ThankYouEMS
ems.sd.gov/initiatives/
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Follow CDC’s steps for healthy swimming to protect yourself and those you care about from illness at the pool and beach this summer. #healthyswimming go.usa.gov/xQRNZ
Take a moment for yourself today during #MentalHealthMonth. There is help if you or someone you know is struggling. There is hope. Text or call 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24/7.
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South Dakota's rural EMS crews are going high-tech with #telemedicine. "The key is not how fast you get from A to B," said Myers. "It's how fast care starts and the activation of downstream care teams."
Read more: ow.ly/ev9q50OtqfG
#HealthcareInnovation #RuralHealthcare
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Many falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. There are many changes you can make to your home that will help prevent falls and better ensure your safety: go.nia.nih.gov/417DLLV
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Exercise is good medicine! Healthcare providers can prescribe a FREE 1-day pass to any SD state park! Ask your doctor about the Park Rx program and learn more at ow.ly/g3Bn50O0zxz
#ParkRx #SouthDakota
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Stroke is a leading cause of death and serious disability nationwide and around the world—but it doesn’t have to be.
Learn how you can prevent and treat a stroke: ow.ly/tJL850O0ngs
#StrokeMonth
Be prepared to save a life! If you witness cardiac arrest:
1️. Call 9-1-1 for help.
2️. Perform CPR to keep blood flowing.
3️. Find an AED or use one if available.
The AED will guide you step by step. By acting swiftly, you can prevent heart damage and save lives.
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The 2nd Annual South Dakota Community Health Worker Conference was a success in Sioux Falls on May 15 and 16! Inspiring kick-off, valuable keynote sessions, and 300+ dedicated attendees created a collaborative environment for sharing ideas. Thank you to all who made it possible!
Join our team! We're hiring a Prevention Services Manager with the South Dakota Department of Health - Division of Family and Community Health.
Learn more about this position: bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Air Quality Alert for #SD! DANR & DOH announce smoke from Canadian wildfires has caused low visibility & increased pollution levels. Elderly, children, & those with respiratory issues are most at risk. Avoid strenuous activity & minimize outdoor exposure.
Want to help people in your community move more? We’ve got tools to help increase physical activity, one move at a time!
Check out the Move Your Way® South Dakota Playbook: healthysd.gov/move-your-way-
#MoveInMay #MoveYourWay
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From connecting over common concerns to preparing for childbirth, Bright Start nurses are always a text away to give you guidance and encouragement. Start your pregnancy in a bright place by signing up for your own personal nurse.
We recently interviewed our EMS & Trauma Administrator, Marty Link, to learn more about a day in his life as a SD DOH Employee. We're so grateful for Marty's hard work and dedication to keeping our community healthy & safe.
#SDHealthHeroes #SDDOHLife #BehindtheScenes
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Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Learn early warning signs of mental health problems: mentalhealth.gov/basics/what-is
#MentalHealth
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Today for Nurses Month, we are featuring Community Health Nurse Teah Bell, RN. Teah says nursing is in her blood. She grew up in a family of nurses and saw first-hand the difference they made.
#NursesMonth #ThankYouNurses
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Lead is a serious health concern for children. Watch this informative video to learn about lead, where it's found, and why protecting kids is vital: ow.ly/X68L50OjAO0
Let's spread awareness and prioritize our children's health! #LeadAwareness #ProtectOurKids
Happy Mother’s Day! This year we’re encouraging all women take a moment to think about themselves and explore ways to better their health. You're never too young or too old to #FindYourHealth.
Get started today: ow.ly/T0pr50O0n5F. #NWHW
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This week, we recognize all public servants who are working diligently for our communities, state, and country. Thank you! #PSRW
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Our "Day in the Life of a DOH Employee" roadshow continues! Sec. Magstadt visited Lower Brule & Kadoka, giving us a glimpse into the amazing work our employees do daily.
#SDHealthHeroes #SDDOHLife #BehindtheScenes
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has proclaimed May 7-13 as Prevention Week to recognize the efforts made by communities and organizations which promote positive mental health and prevent substance misuse.
➡sd.gov/news?id=news_k
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If prescription opioids are in your home, ask a provider or pharmacist for naloxone – it's available without a prescription for use in an emergency to reverse an overdose and buys time to call 911.
Learn more at ow.ly/PEgI50O0mOL
#NPW2023
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Parents and guardians: you know your child best. If you have concerns about the way your child behaves at home, with friends, or in school, talk to your child’s pediatrician.
Get more information about children's mental health: bit.ly/3uVKE5n
#WellChildWednesday
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Deciding to build a licensed kitchen or process food out of a licensed kitchen can seem overwhelming. However, understanding the process can help food entrepreneurs make informed decisions on how to be compliant.
Reach out to a service member, Veteran or a family member today.
1.Start the conversation: “I’ve been thinking of you, can we talk?”
2.Just listen. If you are concerned, call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Veterans press 1).
3.Make a plan to talk again soon.
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Sec. Magstadt met with the Office of Licensure & Certification in Sioux Falls. Melissa thanked them for being guardians of safety for our vulnerable South Dakotans.
#SDHealthHeroes #SDDOHLife #BehindtheScenes #NotAllHeroesWearCapes
Being active improves mental and spiritual well-being—it is good medicine. Movement helps muscles use sugar for energy, which may improve blood sugar. Any increase in movement is good for you.
Learn more: ow.ly/vByb50O0lAK
#MoveInMay #MoveYourWay
