AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMedicaid Fraud: Pierre woman Sharon Laraye Monson, 49, pleaded guilty to grand theft for defrauding South Dakota’s Medicaid program of more than $588,000; she faces up to 15 years and agreed to $500,000 restitution. Stroke Care: Madison Regional Health System earned American Heart Association recognition for its Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care work, aimed at improving recovery and coordination after stroke. Rehab Access: The Physical Therapy Center opened a new Sturgis clinic with physical and occupational therapy, plus plans for broader services for residents of all ages. Free Clinic Support: A pop-up “street medicine” team in Pierre is offering free screenings, basic care, and supplies like naloxone kits and allergy meds to people facing barriers to healthcare. Infectious Disease Watch: CDC reports West Nile virus is starting earlier and spreading wider than usual, with no vaccine and prevention focused on avoiding mosquito bites. Animal Health Warning: Minnesota officials urge extra caution for anyone adopting dogs from South Dakota due to a high prevalence of canine brucellosis. Public Health & Safety: Rapid City approved heavy industrial zoning expansion near residential areas, while local crash reports highlight ongoing risks on South Dakota roads.
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