AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRural Mental Health: SDSU Extension is offering free webinars Nov. 19, 23 and 30 to help rural residents recognize stress and find practical ways to support well-being. Veteran Support: South Dakota recorded 32 veteran suicide deaths in 2024, with a rate above national benchmarks. Counseling is available through the Rapid City Vet Center and other local services; veterans can call 988, then press 1. Rural Health Care: South Dakota will receive nearly $188 million in federal rural health funding. Mitchell Technical College also received a grant to expand rural nursing education. Emergency Care Costs: Sturgis approved ambulance fee increases of $50 to $200 for most services; specialty-care transports will rise from $2,500 to $8,000 as providers face higher costs and low reimbursement. Alcohol Harm: South Dakota ranks near the top nationally for alcohol-related deaths, while access to treatment remains below the national median.
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