Start Colon Cancer Screening at 45
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and women. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in Nebraska as well as the United States.
Nebraska Early Dental Health Starter Pack Learning Initiative
As children grow, so does the importance of establishing routine strong oral health habits to prevent dental decay and Early Childhood Caries, an infectious disease that can lead to severe pain, language development delays, malnutrition, and loss of school days.
HHS Unveils New Resources for International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day is observed on Aug. 31. As North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) continues its effort to enhance services and supports it will commemorate this day by remembering those lost due to drug overdoses and recognizes the grief of their family members and friends.
Opioid Settlement Funds Provide Statewide Benefits for North Dakotans
More than a dozen agencies across North Dakota received grant funding in January, totaling over $7 million from the North Dakota Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF) Grant.
North Dakota's Disability Services Advisory Group to Convene Aug. 6 on Money Follows the Person Program
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) Money Follows the Person program stakeholders are meeting Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 1 - 4 p.m. CT at the North Central Human Service Center in Minot, 1015 S. Broadway, Suite 18, to review and discuss ongoing efforts to serve North Dakotans with disabilities closer to home and outside of institutional settings.
Families with School-Age Children Can Benefit from Summer Food Cost Assistance Program
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced that families have until August 30 to apply for help with the cost of food during the summer through the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program, also known as SUN Bucks.
HHS Allocates Grants to Strengthen North Dakota’s Health Systems
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced awardees for the Statewide Health Strategies Grant funding to 23 projects across the state with the goal of building North Dakota’s capacity to become the healthiest state in the nation.
Application For Maternal And Child Health Block Grant Funds Available For Public Comment
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has completed the state's application for the federal Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant funds that support preventive and primary care health services for women and children for the federal fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, 2024, and ending Sept. 30, 2025.
Summertime is Here: Prepare for the Heat
Temperatures in Nebraska from June to early September can rise into the upper 90’s and can even reach into the 100’s.
Health & Human Services Recognizes Men’s Health in June
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) joins local public health partners, other health organizations, businesses, families and individuals in recognizing National Men’s Health Week.
Deadline Extended: Apply For The Statewide Health Strategies Grant By May 31
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced $3 million in matching grant funding available for the Statewide Health Strategies Grant program.
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) Announces New Benefit Aimed At Addressing Child Care Workforce Challenges
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced that employees of licensed child care programs in North Dakota will be able to apply to receive help with paying for child care costs for children up to 12 years of age through the Child Care Workforce Benefit beginning June 1.
First Time Parents Are Encouraged To Find Local Car Seat Class To Keep Babies Safe
Last year, more babies were born in North Dakota in May than during any other month.
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) Celebrates National Women’s Health Week, May 12-18
Every May beginning on Mother’s Day, is National Women’s Health Week.
Registration Open For Gateway To Health FREE Community Event Aug. 10 In Bismarck
Registration is live, and families are encouraged to register for the FREE Gateway to Health event on Aug. 10 at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science in Bismarck.
North Dakota Health And Human Services (HHS) Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month, Shares Resources To Support Well-Being
North Dakota Health and Human services (HHS) recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month.
HHS Recognizes Everyone Involved In The Child Welfare System, Highlights The Importance Of Children’s Engagement While In Foster Care During May
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages North Dakotans to recognize the resiliency and perseverance of children involved in the state’s foster care system and those who have shown unwavering dedication and support of the child welfare system in observance of North Dakota’s Children’s Foster Care Month and the National Foster Care Month this May.
Money Follows The Person Program Advisory Group To Meet May 7 To Discuss In-Home And Community-Based Services For North Dakotans With Disabilities
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) Money Follows the Person (MFP) program stakeholders are meeting Tuesday, May 7, 1-4 p.m. CT at the Northeast Human Service Center in Grand Forks, 151 S. Fourth St., Suite 401, to review and discuss ongoing efforts to serve North Dakotans with disabilities closer to home and outside of institutional settings.
New Income Levels Of Eligibility For Children And Youth With Special Health Care Needs
Income eligibility guidelines for diagnostic and treatment services available through North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) have increased due to changes in federal poverty levels.
Preventing Tickborne Diseases
With the first ticks of the year already being spotted in the state, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is asking North Dakotans to be aware of ticks and the diseases they carry including Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.