ND Completes 13-Month Medicaid Renewal Initiative, 6 In 10 North Dakotans Retained Coverage
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), along with its human service zone partners, has completed the 13-month federal initiative to determine eligibility for North Dakota Medicaid members whose coverage was temporarily extended due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
International Overdose Awareness Day: Aug. 31
Today, Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is commemorating the day by remembering those lost due to drug overdoses without stigma and recognizing the grief of their family members and friends.
Increase Of West Nile Virus Cases Reported In North Dakota
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has seen a rise in reported West Nile virus (WNV) cases in recent weeks.
HHS Announces TANF Modernization Effort Aimed At Increasing Accessibility To Resources During Critical Times Of Need
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today that the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program’s standard of need will increase to 50% of the federal poverty level beginning Aug. 1.
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee To Hold Listening Session Aug. 22 In Bismarck To Discuss Strategies To Combat Opioid Misuse
North Dakota’s Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will hold a listening session on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. CDT, to gather ideas on how to make a positive impact on the state’s system of prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services targeting opioid misuse and addiction.
2023 Indian Child Welfare And Wellness Conference To Be Held In Person July 25-27
The 22nd annual Indian Child Welfare and Wellness Conference, titled “Honoring the Past, Healing the Present, Shaping the Future,” will be held July 25-27, at Sky Dancer Casino and Resort in Belcourt, N.D.
Health and Human Services seeks comments on renewal of the Medicaid autism spectrum disorder waiver
Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder, providers and other interested stakeholders are invited to provide public comments on the proposed renewal of the Medicaid autism spectrum disorder waiver.
Parents Are Reminded To Make Sure Children Are Ready For The 2023-24 School Year With Immunizations
As another school year wraps up and families are planning for summer, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their children are current on immunization
Health & Human Services Invites People With Developmental Disabilities, Their Families And Providers To Public Meeting On Program Updates And Changes
The COVID-19 Federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) is ending on May 11. When it ends, some flexibilities now available for Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) and the Traditional Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (IID/DD) home and community-based services (HCBS) Medicaid waiver program, will also end.
North Dakota State Hospital Superintendent Resigns; Jones Thanks Etherington For Service
Health and Human Services Commissioner Chris Jones announced that ND State Hospital Superintendent Dr. Rosalie Etherington has resigned.
Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendation Expands To Include Children Ages 6 Months Through 5 Years
Last week, following authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended expanded use of the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 6 months through 5 years.
Task Force Invites North Dakotans To Participate In Survey About Services For People With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Task Force wants to know whether North Dakotans are aware of programs and services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, if individuals’ needs are being met, or if gaps in services and access issues may exist.
Promoting Access To HIV Testing On World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day is recognized every year on December 1, to bring awareness to the response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. This day is a time to reflect on the response efforts, while also honoring the lives of those lost to AIDS-related illnesses and showing support for those living with HIV.
Public Health Audit Shows Strength Of Pandemic Response, Vaccine Distribution; Identifies Opportunities To Improve Documentation
Today, the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Public Health Division responded to the final report of an audit of the Department of Health conducted by the Office of the State Auditor that covered the biennium ending June 2021.