Megan Jacobson

SDSU Extension Chronic Disease Management Field Specialist

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605-995-7378

SDSU Extension Mitchell Regional Center
1800 E Spruce St
Mitchell, SD 57301

Megan Jacobson has over 10 years of experience as a public health Dietitian and currently serves as the SDSU Extension Chronic Disease Management Field Specialist. In her role, she collaborates with a variety of partners to provide outreach, training, and education to meet the health and wellness needs of the rural, underserved, and diverse populations across South Dakota. Megan is a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) Master Trainer and assists in implementing evidence-based, community-led health education to adults though the Better Choices, Better Health® South Dakota (BCBH-SD) program.

State & Regional Offices

Mitchell Regional Center

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