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Paramedic aided by fellow first-responders while on a rescue operation
A paramedic for American Medical Response ambulance service in Pierre is recovering in a Sioux Falls heart hospital after going into sudden cardiac arrest while waiting to assist with a rescue operation happening on the Missouri River north of Pierre Monday morning. According to AMR, fellow first responders and AMR team members immediately came to the paramedic’s aid. He was taken to the hospital in Pierre, then transferred to Sioux Falls.
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New Stroke-Detection Technology Accelerates Care at Sioux Center Health
Sioux Center Health is using new technology designed to quickly identify a blocked artery in the brain and immediately begin coordinating care for patients experiencing certain types of strokes. Recognizing the Signs of a Stroke. Dr. Dave Semerad, a board-certified radiologist at Sioux Center Health, says stroke symptoms can range...
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Six Avera Hospitals Earn AHA Awards for Stroke Care Excellence
Several Avera hospitals have received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® ― Stroke quality achievement awards for their commitment to ensuring people experiencing stroke receive timely, appropriate treatment based on nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately helping to save lives and reduce disability. Avera McKennan Hospital...
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Yankton Medical Clinic Earns ACR Accreditation for CT Imaging
Yankton Medical Clinic, an Avera partner, has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in computed tomography (CT) as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®). CT scanning — sometimes called CAT scanning — is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and tailor treatments for various medical conditions.
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SDAHO's 2026 Annual Convention Celebrates a Century of Healthcare
Join us for SDAHO’s Unforgettable 2026 Annual Convention. This year’s SDAHO Annual Convention is more than a conference—it’s a celebration of a century of collaboration, partnerships and innovation in South Dakota healthcare. As we commemorate our 100th Anniversary, we’re inviting health care professionals from across the state to come together for an event unlike any other.
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Brookings Health’s Sleep Lab Reaccredited
Brookings, S.D. – July 22, 2026 – Brookings Health System’s Sleep Diagnostics Facility was recently reaccredited through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for polysomnography services both at the hospital-based testing facility and the home sleep testing setting. “Our sleep diagnostics facility had no deficiencies cited...
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Quality care, reliable funding are top issues for seniors
This piece is sponsored by Good Samaritan. Leaders in senior care are meeting directly with members of Congress and staff as they advocate for quality, sustainable funding and workforce. It was the 2026 American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living Congressional Briefing on Capitol Hill. Leaders in attendance from...
KELOLAND
Lennox Area Ambulance to host fundraiser for funding
\LENNOX, S.D. (KELO) —The Lennox Area Ambulance is a critical resource to the area. “If you call 911 and you’re having a medical emergency, you hope somebody shows up. By state law, there is nothing that says an ambulance has to show up at your door if you call 911. So, you know, we hope […]
KELOLAND
Bringing medical care to the streets of Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – For people living on the streets, getting medical care isn’t always as simple as making an appointment. That’s why one Sioux Falls nonprofit is taking health care directly to them, especially during the hot weather we are experiencing. KELOLAND News tagged along with Midwest Street Medicine to see how they’re […]
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Madison Regional Health System Earns Recognition for Stroke Care Initiative
Madison Regional Health System has been recognized by the American Heart Association for its participation in the Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care initiative, a program aimed at improving recovery and long-term outcomes for stroke patients. The initiative promotes evidence-based rehabilitation, standardized care practices, patient education, and better coordination between healthcare...
KELOLAND
E-bike sales surge post-COVID, but safety concerns rise
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —While Spoke-N-Sport has been selling e-bikes since 2004, there was a specific time where the store saw a rise in sales. “We’ve really seen a huge increase in popularity, along with the bike boom that COVID brought to us. So really like 2020 onward, there’s been huge interest in e-bikes, to […]
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Avera St. Benedict Health Center Honored By The American Heart Association
PARKSTON, SD (Mitchell Now) — The American Heart Association has recognized 24 South Dakota facilities, including one in Parkston, for their effective care for stroke victims. The AHA says the Mission: Lifeline Stroke initiative grades hospitals and clinics on how well they implement best practices for rehabilitation and prevention...
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Center for Family Medicine Celebrates Dr. Charles Shafer’s 40 Years of Service and Legacy in Family Medicine
The Center for Family Medicine proudly celebrates Dr. Charles Shafer as he marks 40 years of dedicated service as a Faculty Physician, recognizing a career defined by exceptional patient care, medical education, and an enduring commitment to the Sioux Falls community. Dr. Shafer joined the Center for Family Medicine in...
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Dr. Danielle Pierotti Appointed to Federal Medicare Commission
{KXLG - Yankton, SD} Dr. Danielle Pierotti, vice president of health affairs and chief nursing officer at Mount Marty University, has been appointed to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), a federal body that advises the U.S. Congress on the Medicare program. The appointment was officially announced by the U.S....
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Avera Cancer Institute holds grand opening for new facility in Yankton
YANKTON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Avera Cancer Institute’s Ness Family Center held a grand opening on June 26. The $17 million facility is located in the Ness Family Center, named in honor of Larry and Diane Ness, who made a significant lead gift and offered a $500,000 match for community donations through First Dakota National Bank.