Who is SDPHA?
Incorporated in 1946, SDPHA is a professional association comprised of public health professionals from state and local health departments, health systems, professionals of higher education, non-profit associations, public health students, allied health and medical students, and other individuals who recognize the need for public health awareness.
We promote public health through utilizing the combined networks of our members. For our members and public health professionals across the state, we promote professional development opportunities, current public health information and resources, the SD Public Health Conference, and much more. We advocate for all public health issues and on behalf of our members and supporters, including in the state legislature to support essential public health policies that have directly benefited the people of South Dakota.
SDPHA Goals:
To promote interest in public health throughout South Dakota
To develop, extend, and coordinate public health activities
To aid in developing legislation for the improvement of public health.
The SDPHA encourages all members to follow the foundation for public health activities
1. Monitor health status of communities
2. Diagnose and investigate health problems
3. Inform, educate and empower people
4. Mobilize communities to address health problems
5. Develop policies and plans
6. Enforce laws and regulations