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Health/Medical

Monument Health achieves Magnet recognition

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Shelby Peplowski
“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.

Health/Medical

Vitalant is looking for more people to donate blood.

National blood shortage prompts plea for donors

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 6:20 PM MDT
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By Madison Newman
Vitalant is once again asking for your help filling their blood donation storage.

News

Attorney Generals nationwide seek stricter regulations to protect youth from nicotine addiction...

Nationwide call for stricter e-cigarette regulation by various AGs

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 7:30 AM MDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Nationwide Attorney Generals seek stricter regulations to protect youth from nicotine addiction and health risks.

News

Getting vaccinated is key for this upcoming flu season

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 7:19 AM MDT
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By Kayla Henderson
The best time to get vaccinated in South Dakota is from mid-October through the end of November

News

South Dakota had the biggest spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations in a single week

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 8:20 AM MDT
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By Kristin Kite
According to CDC tracking, in mid-August, South Dakota had the biggest spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations at 127% in a single week.

News

What could be causing these cases, and how to prevent your athlete from suffering a similar fate?

Cardiac arrest developments as notable cases in young athletes rise

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 8:00 AM MDT
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By Kate Robinson
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?

News

Dr. Smoot and a volunteer at his booth at Custom Cycles in Deadwood.

It takes less than five minutes to save a life

Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 at 6:42 PM MDT
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By Kristin Kite
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.

Health/Medical

Sunscreen can protect from sunburns, and possibly skin cancer.

Using sunscreen could save you from skin cancer

Updated: Jul. 26, 2023 at 3:58 AM MDT
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By Madison Newman
When applied every two hours, sunscreen can save you not only from sunburns, but possibly skin cancer.

Health/Medical

Dakotans for Health and Sisters United are getting signatures from state residents to put an...

Temporary restraining order against Lawrence County commissioners ends soon

Updated: Jul. 19, 2023 at 6:28 PM MDT
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By Madison Newman
Lawrence County commissioners had adopted a policy stating that petitioners would not be allowed collect signatures in front of the county’s administration building.

Good Morning Black Hills

Tammy Yanders of Staple  & Spice introduces us to a healthy mocktail, guaranteed to boost your...

Mixology at Home - Coconut Adrenal Mocktail

Updated: Jun. 29, 2023 at 9:02 AM MDT
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By Jack Siebold
Feeling a little sluggish mid-morning or mid-afternoon? This might be the pick-me-up you need.
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Good Morning Black Hills

Be careful when searching for the key to a good night’s sleep

Updated: Jun. 22, 2023 at 8:49 AM MDT
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By Jack Siebold
Advice from social media influencers, no matter how well-intentioned, might not get you that good night's sleep.

News

Can the HPV vaccination prevent head and neck cancer?

Updated: Jun. 21, 2023 at 11:17 AM MDT
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By Alena Neves
June is national cancer survivor month and whether you are someone in treatment or remission, the journey is a battle worth celebrating and connecting with other survivors. To date, there are 16.9 million cancer survivors across the country. Cancer survivor and journalist Steve Holzer, along with Head and Neck Surgeon Dr. Mark Urken is raising awareness about the drastic increase of HPV-related head and neck cancer.

News

Local tattoo artist is looking to give back to the community

Updated: Jun. 14, 2023 at 7:33 AM MDT
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By Shelby Peplowski
Emma Madsen a local tattoo artist is looking to help cancer and chemo patients through the art of microblading.

News

Monument Health celebrates the survivors of cancer

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 8:24 AM MDT
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By Cody Dennis
A cancer diagnosis can be one of the toughest challenges people go through, especially if you have to do without support from friends and family.

News

Melanoma Monday completed nearly 200 free skin cancer screenings

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 9:30 AM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
Doctors recommend you perform consistent skin checks to look for changes in your skin.

News

USD receives $3 million, five-year department of labor grant to train nurses

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 1:54 PM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
As part of the DOL Nursing Expansion Grant Program, the grant begins June 1, 2023, and will be administered over a five-year period.

News

Setting limits can protect your body from physical burnout

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 12:00 PM MDT
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By Madison Newman
Dr. Lisa Brown with Monument Health in Custer says its best to take care of your body before burnout, instead of waiting until it's too late.

News

Taking care of mental health is an important part of taking care of your body

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 11:25 AM MDT
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By Madison Newman
Dr. Stephen Manlove talks about how to take care of mental health before you get burnt out.

News

The hazards associated with wildfire smoke

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 5:13 PM MDT
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By Cody Dennis
Despite what people may think, wildfire smoke can impact people who don’t have asthma or other lung concerns.

News

Gov. Noem signs executive order responding to public health crisis

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 7:53 AM MDT
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By Dakota News Now staff
The order is intended to address the public health crisis caused by the nationwide shortage of critical medications, according to Noem's office.

News

New age requirement in place for women to get a mammogram

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 6:45 PM MDT
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By Kayla Henderson
New age guidelines to get a mammogram have shifted from 50 to 40 years old.

News

FDA ease blood donation restrictions for gay and bisexual men

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 12:53 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
As blood shortages continue to impact the U.S., the FDA's new policies open the door to a larger pool of donors.

News

Cryochambers: A breakthrough for chronic pain relief

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 6:00 AM MDT
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By Alena Neves
It’s a type of cold therapy that’s changing the game for those with chronic pain.

News

How to spot skin cancer and steps to avoid it

Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 7:37 PM MDT
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By Cody Dennis
With melanoma affecting as many as it does, it’s important to keep in mind some basic tips you can follow to try and spot anything that’s wrong before it gets worse.

Local

80 employees shocked by layoffs at Monument Health

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 12:20 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
Monument Health list "significant operational and financial-related challenges" over the last two years as the reason for the decision.

News

American Cancer Society grants awarded to Monument Health

Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:00 AM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
For cancer patients, particularly those who must travel to Rapid City from out of town for chemotherapy and other treatment, the expense of travel and housing can be difficult. This grant will help with that.

News

Monument Health dermatologists offer free skin cancer screenings for Melanoma Monday

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 8:53 AM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, affecting over 5 million people annually.

News

Donors needed during April’s Be The Match Bone Marrow Donation Drive

Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 1:35 PM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
Participants of the donation drive will be added to a database of potential donors so that they can be matched with transplant recipients.

News

Dementia: Elderly independence vs. safety

Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 7:20 PM MDT
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By Juliana Alford
With the recent news of an elderly man who went missing, it brought up some questions about what rights do people with dementia have, and under what circumstances can you take away their driver's license and keys.

News

Dentistry With Heart program giving away free smiles

Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 11:24 AM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
Orchard Meadows Family Dental & Denture Clinic offers one day of free dental services to all adults in the Black Hills.

News

Sen. Mike Rounds introduces mental health bill to Senate

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 2:31 PM MDT
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By Cody Dennis
"Home-based" mental health services will fill a critical gap in rural care.

News

Walk held in Rapid City for STD Awareness Month

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 7:48 PM MDT
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By Juliana Alford
A walk was held in Rapid City to encourage people to get tested for STI and HIV.

News

AED units to be added to Spearfish parks could triple cardiac arrest survival

Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 12:19 PM MDT
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By Keith Grant
Ten public access AED towers will be installed throughout Spearfish, giving people who suffer from cardiac arrest a better chance at survival.

News

Vitalant blood shortages low despite National Donate Life Month

Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 10:19 AM MDT
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By Alena Neves
Despite progress, Rapid City’s Vitalant is in a critical state of blood shortage due to severe weather patterns that hit the Black Hills.

News

SD Department of Health issues warning for fentanyl and xylazine mix

Updated: Apr. 3, 2023 at 12:43 PM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
The South Dakota Department of Health has issued a warning to the public and medical professionals about the threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine.

News

Black Hills Life Flight coming soon to Hot Springs

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 11:03 AM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
When residents of Fall River County and beyond require emergency medical attention, a reputable air medical service provider will soon be ready to take their call.

News

Naja Shriners Pediatric Caring Clinic coming to Rapid City

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 3:28 PM MDT
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By Alena Neves
In 1893, members of the Naja Shriners established this fraternity organization in Western South Dakota with a platform to connect and help the local communities in any way they could. What started as a fraternity organization quickly grew into a philanthropy rooted in providing help to families and including children’s services. Now, it is one of the largest pediatric specialty healthcare organizations in the country. Steve Hendrickson and Dr. Dave Evans, Shriner members stopped by to announce the organization’s next screening children’s clinic on Wednesday, April 5th at 4091 Sturgis Rd in Rapid City between the hours of 9 am and 3:30 pm.

News

Could a more healthy lifestyle be a factor in preventing Alzheimers?

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 7:22 PM MDT
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By Alena Neves
A healthy body can help keep your mind healthy.

News

Recent House bill allows over the counter sale of Narcan

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:35 PM MDT
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By Cody Dennis
Drug overdose medicine will now be available over the counter.

Good Morning Black Hills

Could you be at risk for aortic valve disease

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:18 PM MDT
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By Alena Neves
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, and cardiologists at Monument Health say early detection is the key to fighting this silent killer.

News

Technology is upgrading in Sturgis ambulances

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 1:39 PM MDT
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By Cyle Clark
From the back of an ambulance to arriving at the hospital, medical staff are connected every step of the way.

News

Air quality alert issued for west Rapid City

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 12:42 PM MDT
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By Ezra Garcia
An air pollution alert for dust is in effect in Rapid City.

News

Sleepless in Rapid City: The first signs of a sleeping disorder

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 6:00 AM MDT
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By Kate Robinson
If you begin to notice a pattern of sleepless nights, it could be because there is a different underlying cause- a sleeping disorder.

News

Rapid City Medical Center attempts to beat healthcare worker decline statistic

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 5:15 PM MST
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By Juliana Alford
Since 2020, one in five healthcare workers have left their jobs in the United States.

News

Delta 8 and 10 THC could soon see regulation

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 6:32 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
Delta 8 and 10 THC are alternate versions of Delta-9 which is found normally in marijuana.

News

Insulin price cap helps South Dakotans

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 8:49 PM MST
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By Parker Brown
On Wednesday, drug-maker Eli Lilly announced that it will be capping the out-of-pocket price of insulin at $35 per month.

News

PTSD might qualify for medical marijuana in South Dakota

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 1:21 PM MST
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By Todd Epp
Two veterans who served tours in recent wars in the Middle East and Afghanistan said using medical marijuana saved their lives and allowed them to pursue counseling.

News

HealthWatch- Fall in love with cardio

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 5:41 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
Nicole Craig shares a cardio workout that will help promote heart health.

News

Senate passes bill expanding medical marijuana access

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 5:39 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
A bill allowing more conditions to qualify for a medical cannabis card is halfway through the South Dakota Legislature.

Health

Bill regarding mothers who undergo an abortion, passed the House of Representatives

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 7:08 PM MST
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By Madison Newman
A bill that would protect mothers from being criminally charged if they undergo an unlawful abortion, passed the House and now moves to the Senate.
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