AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Access: SDSU Extension is partnering with grocers and farmers markets to match SNAP spending on eligible fruits and vegetables, helping South Dakotans stretch food budgets. Research Leadership: USD pediatrician Michelle Baack has been named Sanford Research president, with a focus on turning research into better patient care. Rural Care: South Dakota is expanding support for rural emergency medical services, while a new Rapid City hospital has opened and treated its first patient. Community Health: A $2.88 million award will help MRH&C transform rural health care. A new SDSU scholarship also aims to grow the behavioral health and mental health nursing workforce. Prevention: Breast cancer awareness efforts are promoting screening, while a statewide initiative is working to strengthen connected care for rural mothers. Medical Cannabis: Attorney General Marty Jackley says federal marijuana rescheduling will have little effect on South Dakota’s medical cannabis program.
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