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09/12/2026 · Butte County
Vaccine Trials Target Leading Cause of Diarrheal Disease Deaths
Researchers are conducting trials for a new vaccine aimed at Shigella bacteria. Diarrheal diseases kill over one million people annually, with nearly half of these deaths occurring in children under five.
New Mexico Court Orders Meta to Pay $567 Million in Youth Mental Health Ruling
A New Mexico court has ordered Meta to pay $567 million. The ruling designates the majority of the funds for youth mental health treatment services.
09/11/2026 · South Dakota
Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Food Supply Contamination
A nationwide cyclospora outbreak likely stems from sewage contamination in the food supply, according to scientific researchers and public health officials. This parasite, spread through human waste, has prompted investigations into how it reached consumer products.
09/11/2026 · South Dakota
Trump Proposes Separation of Combination Vaccines
A recent announcement from former President Donald Trump outlines a proposal to separate combination vaccines into individual injections. This includes the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The suggested approach would involve administering shots individually, a method not commonly used in decades.
09/11/2026 · South Dakota
COVID-19 Activity Increases During Summer Period
COVID-19 case numbers are currently rising across the United States. This increase aligns with similar trends observed during summer months in prior years of the pandemic. Health officials monitor these developments as other health topics receive wider attention.
09/11/2026 · South Dakota
Research Suggests Vascular Risk Factor Management Linked to Extended Dementia-Free Life
New research from NYU Langone Health suggests a connection between managing certain vascular risk factors in midlife and a longer dementia-free period. Individuals who avoided three specific factors experienced approximately 13 additional years without dementia.
09/11/2026 · South Dakota
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SDDOT Seeks Public Input for Rapid City Major Investment Study
For Immediate Release: Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 Contact: Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, 605-773-6641 RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, and on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. MT. The public meeting open houses are designed to share information and gather public input for the Rapid City Major Investment Study (RCMIS) of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 16B corridors in Rapid City. A presentation will be shared shortly after 5:30 p.m. at each of the public meetings. The public meeting open houses will be held at the Dahl Arts Center, located at 713 7th St., in Rapid City. Both open houses will feature the same RCMIS information. Participants are invited to attend the meeting that works best for their schedules. Representatives from SDDOT will be available to answer questions, discuss the study, and receive community input. The purpose of the public meeting is to provide information about the study and gather public input on transportation needs, concerns, and priorities within the study area. Area residents, business owners, and daily commuters are encouraged to attend and participate. This study is being developed in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator (605-773-3540) two business days prior to the meeting in order to ensure accommodations are available. For any in-person meeting, notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that the meeting is being held in a physically accessible location. For those who cannot attend the public meeting or desire additional information on the overall study, information is available on the website at https://dot.sd.gov/projects-studies/projects/public-meetings/#HP559. Written public comments will be accepted until Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. Comments can be submitted either in-person during the public meetings or through the study website. For more information, contact Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, at 605-773-6641 or via email at katrina.burckhard@state.sd.us. About SDDOT: The mission of the South Dakota Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and efficient public transportation system. For the latest on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511. Read more about the innovative work of the SDDOT at https://dot.sd.gov.
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