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Go Red for Women during American Heart Month.

‘Go Red for Women’ marks American Heart month

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Kayla Henderson
Stay active and get checked annually by your primary doctor to maintain a healthy heart.

Local

As COVID-19 swept through the country, the healthcare industry came under scrutiny.  While...

COVID-19 triage call center at Monument Health proved vital

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 10:57 AM MST
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By Alena Neves
As COVID-19 swept through the country, the healthcare industry came under scrutiny. While nurses struggled to navigate the pandemic, hospitals were facing a healthcare dilemma as the numbers of cases were climbing.

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A proposed bill would reportedly help ease the financial burden on some pregnant women.

Noem bill calls for pregnancy expenses to be covered by both parents

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 11:04 AM MST
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By KOTA Staff
Noem calls for bill that will require pregnancy expenses to be covered by both parents.

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New Year, New Diet, but what about Children’s Health

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 4:42 PM MST
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By Kayla Henderson
Having some discipline over what your child eats can help them avoid obesity.

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HealthWatch-Smoking dangers

Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 9:47 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
The American Cancer says smoking causes an estimated 480 thousand deaths in the country each year. Dr. Taylor Kapsch of Creekside Medical Clinic has some important information you should know in this week's edition of HealthWatch.

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HealthWatch-Drinking and the holidays

Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 1:58 AM MST
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By KEVN Staff
The holidays are a time to celebrate and maybe indulge a little bit. But it's important to remember to do so responsibly.Alissa Towsley from Monument Health has some advice in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.

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The “tridemic” brings the medicine shortage to the Black Hills

Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 1:35 PM MST
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
The nationwide drug shortage is starting to have an effect on some of the Black Hills pharmacies.

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HealthWatch-RSV, flu and kids

Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 7:21 AM MST
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By KEVN Staff
Dr. Cara Hamilton from Black Hills Pediatrics has some tips for parents to keep their kids safe from RSV and flu in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.

Health/Medical

Finding help in a South Dakota mental healthcare desert

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 2:07 PM MST
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By Keith Grant
A recent study found that 47% of South Dakota counties do not have mental health providers. So, the Southern Plains Behavioral Health Center in Winner became a saving grace for Lyn, who is diagnosed with schizophrenia.

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HealthWatch-Easy lower back workout

Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 7:44 AM MST
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By KEVN Staff
Your Thanksgiving meal may put thoughts of exercise into your head. YMCA group exercise coordinator Nicole Craig has some ideas to work on your lower back in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.
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HealthWatch: Tips on how to eat healthy for Thanksgiving

Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 3:43 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
While the holidays can bring out delicious food, there are ways that people can eat healthy this Thanksgiving.

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HealthWatch: Preventing overdoses in children

Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 7:16 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
If medication is not secured properly and safely, it can cause accidental overdoses in children.

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HealthWatch-Quick core workout

Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 11:23 PM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
Nicole Craig from the Rapid City YMCA has some great ideas on how you can get in a quick workout in this week's edition of HealthWatch.

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HealthWatch; carbon monoxide

Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 7:32 PM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
HealthWatch: carbon monoxide

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HealthWatch-Finding a medical home

Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 4:47 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
Medical homes provide consistent care for children and help parents make informed decisions.

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HealthWatch-No fancy equipment

Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 11:13 AM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
You don’t need a lot of fancy equipment to get some exercise and some stretching in. YMCA group exercise coordinator Nicole Craig has an easy way to get that done in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.

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HealthWatch: Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 6:40 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
Afib is the most common heart rhythm problem we see in practice, affecting one in four adults over 40.

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New poll shows South Dakota voters are leaning toward expanding Medicaid

Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 3:33 PM MDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
South Dakota voters looking to expand healthcare access.

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HealthWatch: Headache prevention in children

Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 7:18 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
At the start of every school year there is a spike in child headaches.

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HealthWatch: National Better Breakfast Month

Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 7:39 PM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
It is National Better Breakfast Month and Dr. Larson shares tips on how kids could be eating healthier.

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First monkeypox case confirmed in Wyoming

Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 3:22 PM MDT
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By KOTA Staff
Monkeypox has made its way to Wyoming.

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HealthWatch-Back to school safety

Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 10:31 AM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
It's hard to imagine, but the start of school isn't far off. And that brings up the quest of keeping your kids safe as they head back to the classroom. Dr. Cara Hamilton from Black Hills Pediatrics has some ideas for you in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.

Health/Medical

Monkeypox vaccine is now available in Wyoming

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 3:09 PM MDT
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By KOTA Staff
Wyoming Department of Health: limited monkeypox vaccines are available.

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HealthWatch-The importance of breastfeeding

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 10:11 AM MDT
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By KEVN Staff
The benefits of breastfeeding are well documented. It's important, but it's definitely not always easy. Dr. Ann Hibbs from Creekside Medical Clinic takes a look at the advantages in this week’s edition of HealthWatch.

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First cases of West Nile virus confirmed in South Dakota

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 10:16 AM MDT
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By Talgat Almanov
MNV cases reported in Minnehaha and Spink Counties.

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Rapid City first responders compete in the 17th annual Guns and Hoses battle

Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 4:26 PM MDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
"We are in a critical blood shortage right now,”

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COVID-19 shots recommended for infants

Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 11:29 AM MDT
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By Talgat Almanov
Children as young as 6 month old are now eligible for COVID shots.

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A new health education facility will be built at BHSU Rapid City campus

Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 3:33 PM MDT
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By Talgat Almanov
Monument Health to invest in West River Health Science Center

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“More than People, They’re Patients”- Medical Cannabis, the Perspective of a Patient Advocate

Updated: Apr. 26, 2022 at 4:42 PM MDT
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By Lindsey Burrell
Medical marijuana has been a long process for the state of South Dakota.

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Submitted recommendations could cause the closure of 2 Veteran Affair Medical Centers

Updated: Mar. 14, 2022 at 6:18 PM MDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
Despite some in favor of keeping them open

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Hot Springs VA closure threat shocks local veterans

Updated: Mar. 7, 2022 at 10:37 AM MST
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By Dominik W. E. Dausch
An VA systems overhaul was announced Friday and revealed a new, centralized hospital would be built in Rapid City to serve area veterans’ needs, but at the expense of two historic campuses in western South Dakota.

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What Relaxed Mask Mandates Mean for our Local Area

Updated: Feb. 25, 2022 at 6:48 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
The CDC is changing its masking guidelines saying most people in the U.S. live in places where healthy people can safely take a break from wearing masks.

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Police arresting individuals who buy medical marijuana from tribal dispernsary

Updated: Feb. 21, 2022 at 1:28 PM MST
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By The Associated Press
An American Indian tribe in South Dakota says police are arresting people who buy medical marijuana at the tribe’s dispensary.

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South Dakota legislature kills Medicaid expansion

Updated: Feb. 16, 2022 at 5:10 PM MST
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By Nick Nelson
Republican Senator Wayne Steinhauer brought a proposal that would have provided Medicaid eligibility for residents below 133% of the federal poverty level, essentially, those making $18,000 a year or less.

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Vitalant moves to “Urgent Need” for blood supply, still asking for donors

Updated: Feb. 8, 2022 at 11:21 AM MST
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By Miranda O'Bryan
Vitalant moves to “Urgent Need” for blood supply, still asking for donors

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Sturgis constituents concerned legislators overregulating medical marijuana

Updated: Feb. 5, 2022 at 4:21 PM MST
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By Dominik W. E. Dausch
Legislators answered questions from and occasionally sparred with their constituents on some of South Dakota's most pressing issues.

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Natve American Tribes Reach Opioid Settlement

Updated: Feb. 1, 2022 at 3:52 PM MST
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By The Associated Press
Native American tribes in the U.S. have reached settlements worth $590 million over opioids.

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Planned Parenthood sues South Dakota over new medical abortion rule

Updated: Jan. 20, 2022 at 3:16 PM MST
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By The Associated Press
Planned Parenthood is suing the state of South Dakota to stop new rule for medical abortions that would make the state one of the hardest places in the nation to get abortion pills.

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Mayor Allender asks public to limit visits to city facilities due to uptick in worker illnesses

Updated: Jan. 20, 2022 at 10:33 AM MST
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By Jill Sears
Mayor Steve Allender is asking that the public to avoid going to City facilities unless necessary.

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Bill to boost Medicaid receives support

Updated: Jan. 11, 2022 at 8:59 AM MST
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By The Associated Press
A ballot measure campaign to expand Medicaid eligibility in South Dakota has received an endorsement from an organization that advocates for the state’s cities and towns.

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Advice for those struggling with eating disorders

Updated: Dec. 26, 2021 at 7:57 PM MST
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By Aleah Burggraff
Especially around the holidays

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Monument Health closing Custer Care Center

Updated: Dec. 14, 2021 at 11:42 AM MST
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By Jack Siebold
It is the job market and pandemic that is forcing Monument Health to shut down the Custer Care Center.

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ACA Health Insurance Open Enrollment deadlines approach

Updated: Dec. 2, 2021 at 10:14 AM MST
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By KOTA Staff
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period for 2022 coverage runs from Nov. 1, 2021, to Jan. 15, 2022, for consumers with individual policies.

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Name released in Pennington County fatal crash

Updated: Nov. 29, 2021 at 10:17 AM MST
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By KOTA Staff
The person who died last Saturday in a one-vehicle crash east of Box Elder has been identified.

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South Dakota Department of Health rolls out medical marijuana ID card application

Updated: Nov. 22, 2021 at 4:29 PM MST
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By Austin Goss
After several months of feedback and planning, the South Dakota Department of Health has their application portal for medical marijuana ID cards open.

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Norovirus Among Likely Causes of Recent Reported Illnesses

Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 11:53 AM MST
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By KOTA Staff
The Wyoming Department of Health has issued a statement claiming that Norovirus is likely among the reasons behind increased reports gastrointestinal-related illnesses that have been reported recently in Wyoming.

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CDC issues multistate food safety alert over outbreak of E. coli infections in spinach

Updated: Nov. 16, 2021 at 10:24 AM MST
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By The Associated Press
The CDC has issued a food safety alert regarding E. Coli infections linked to spinach.

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Technology That Can Help You Fight Cancer Before it Happens

Updated: Oct. 29, 2021 at 5:56 PM MDT
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By KOTA Staff
Many people don’t know there is a way to see if you’re at high risk for developing breast cancer among other diseases.

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Real-life “F.R.I.E.N.D.S” turn to surrogacy after beating death sentence

Updated: Oct. 25, 2021 at 5:10 PM MDT
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By Miranda O'Bryan
After a fight with ulcerative colitis and prognosis of one year to live, Rachel and Ross Pfeifle have done just about everything they can to start a family of their own and now, things are coming to fruition.

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The DEA’s next Prescription Take-Back Day is happening in October

Updated: Oct. 14, 2021 at 10:54 AM MDT
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By KOTA Staff
The prescription take-back program creates a non-judgmental and safe place for people to dispose of their unwanted medications without question.
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