South Dakota WIC Services Continue Without Disruption

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 21, 2025MEDIA CONTACT: Tia Kafka, [email protected]

South Dakota WIC Services Continue Without Disruption

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) confirms that the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program continues to operate as normal.

"There is no disruption to South Dakota WIC services," said Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health. "Our dedicated WIC team continues to provide support and services to families across the state, and participants should attend their scheduled appointments as usual."

The Department of Health is actively monitoring the status of the federal government shutdown and remains in close contact with federal partners. Participants will be notified promptly if any changes occur.

The South Dakota WIC program provides families with healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and connections to community resources that help them thrive.

"We understand that times of uncertainty can cause concern," Secretary Magstadt said. "We want to reassure South Dakota families that WIC services remain available and uninterrupted. Our top priority is ensuring families continue to receive the care and nutrition resources they rely on."

For more information and the latest updates, visit https://www.sd.gov/wic.

At the heart of the Department of Health's mission is a simple goal: to protect and improve the health of all South Dakotans. The department is entrusted with the vital task of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to quality healthcare for all South Dakotans.

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