Report details wide disparity between Native American and white health in South Dakota

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: May 7, 2026

Words: 617

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The health disparity between Native American and white South Dakotans is among the largest racial or ethnic health gaps in the nation, according to a new report from a foundation that advocates for equitable healthcare.

Native Americans in South Dakota die prematurely from avoidable causes at a rate of 1,089 deaths per 100,000 people, which is the highest rate of any racial or ethnic group in the nation, according to the 2026 State Health …

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