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Monument Health is bringing two new locations to the Rapid City area in 2025.
Gender-affirming healthcare for minors has been a hot topic issue across the country.
A recent health tracking poll led Forbes Advisor to rank South Dakota as the second most expensive state in the U.S. for healthcare.
Unfortunately, nearly every American is either a caregiver for someone suffering, or at least knows someone who is suffering, from Alzheimer’s.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans to finalize their proposal to remove medical debts from showing on credit reports by early next year.
Monument Health introduces the MOLLI System to aid in breast cancer localization.
In late 2024, Black Hills Surgical Hospital is set to open a New Cardio and Vascular Health center, finding a new way to help more of the community.
Monument Health’s third annual Cancer Survivorship Event is being held Saturday, June 1.
Woodard said the issue was identified and the outage resolved.
The unit consists of a group of senior paramedics who go around town, focusing on underserved communities, and providing medical services to anyone in need to prevent 9-1-1 calls.
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The Pennington County Sheriff's office is currently hiring people wanting to seek employment in the medical field at the Pennington County Jail
Monument Health employees volunteer to give skin cancer screenings as part of Melanoma Monday.
Monument Health Spearfish Hospital has been selected as one of the top Rural and Community Hospitals in America for 2024. in America for 2024.
PHASER, or Pharmacogenomic Testing for Veterans, was started in collaboration with Sanford and the VA to help veterans find the right medicine.
The use of the prescription drug Ozempic to lower A1C for diabetics and weight loss has led to a nationwide shortage.
The rise in suicides among young South Dakotans prompted action by a group of college students.
Mental Health Mondays tackles seasonal depression this week.
February is American Heart Month. One patient shares the impact of heart rehabilitation.
Children's facility set for huge expansion for first time since 1983.
In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women.
If you receive an unexpected call or that you believe to be a scam simply hang up and call your regular provider to verify.
We spoke with a Rapid City pediatrician to learn the best ways to keep your toddler's teeth healthy.
Monument Health’s emergency department sees around 57 thousand visits annually.
Dress appropriately, stretch, and eat well to avoid health risks in frigid temperatures.
West River is set to receive consultations monthly from South Dakota's only board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon.
In the last week of 2023, Rapid City saw a surge in respiratory cases, with 180 COVID-19 and 216 flu cases.
Monument Health is in the mood to hire more staff.
Senator John Thune stopped by to tour the facility to see how veterans are cared for.
Quiet changes made to the South Dakota Department of Health’s Community Health Services and the Women, Infants and Children program have left many counties without resident community health nurses.
In honor of world diabetes day, Monument Health hosted their first diabetes health fair Tuesday at The Monument.
The county emergency management office has 650 flu shots available at no cost.
Many factors can cause medicine shortages from manufacturing and quality problems to delays and discontinuations of certain drugs.
Halloween is the day when children are showered with free candy, but all those treats can be scary for your child's oral hygiene.
Stay bundled up and keep your hands clean this winter season to stay healthy.
More layers might mean a warmer child in a car seat, but it does not always mean safer.
Local dentist gives back to the community offering free services for veterans.
In the Black Hills, about 90% of the ambulance staff are volunteers who need critical training.
If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, there is support.
Alzheimer's patients set to get better care after new proposed guide is set.
When someone is experiencing a medical emergency it can be the seconds that matter the most, not the minutes.
“With this Magnet recognition, we are well positioned to continue providing high-quality care for our patients and our community,” said Tasha Frisinger, MSN, RN, CNML, vice president of nursing.
Vitalant is once again asking for your help filling their blood donation storage.
Nationwide Attorney Generals seek stricter regulations to protect youth from nicotine addiction and health risks.
The best time to get vaccinated in South Dakota is from mid-October through the end of November
According to CDC tracking, in mid-August, South Dakota had the biggest spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations at 127% in a single week.
In 2023, there has been an increase in notable cardiac arrest cases among young athletes. What could be causing these cases, and how to prevent your athlete from suffering a similar fate?
After 3 leg surgeries and 2 months in a wheelchair, Dr. Smoot said he couldn't wait to get back on his feet and share his story to educate others.
When applied every two hours, sunscreen can save you not only from sunburns, but possibly skin cancer.
Lawrence County commissioners had adopted a policy stating that petitioners would not be allowed collect signatures in front of the county’s administration building.
Feeling a little sluggish mid-morning or mid-afternoon? This might be the pick-me-up you need.