Diseases, Conditions and Immunization

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For every citizen of North Dakota, fast and easy access to relevant and current health information is a necessity that facilitates a positive and progressive mindset and encourages community-wide approaches to better health. Ranging from the latest updates on the status of COVID-19 in the region through health topics for Men, Women, Children and Seniors, to very specific details about infectious diseases and immunizations, the Public Health Information pages work to ensure a commitment to the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services mission of improving the length and quality of life for all North Dakotans.

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See A-Z listing of Diseases and Conditions

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Find information about lead exposure including prevention, testing, reporting, and guidance for parents and providers

Respiratory Illnesses and Prevention

Learn more about the following vaccine preventable diseases:

Chickenpox
COVID-19
Diphtheria
Flu
Hepatitis A
Hib
Human Papillomavirus
Measles
Meningococcal Disease
Mumps
Perinatal Hepatitis B
Pertussis
Polio
Rotavirus
RSV
Rubella
Shingles
Tetanus

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Immunizations

Supplying free vaccines for eligible children, coordinating investigations of vaccine-preventable diseases, providing education about immunizations, monitoring the state's immunization coverage rates and more.

Laboratory Services

The laboratory serves in a reference capacity for local health units, private and community healthcare facilities and veterinary laboratories.

About ND Newborn Screening

Testing newborns between 24 and 48 hours after birth can identify certain metabolic or genetic disorders that can cause serious illness, disability or death to the baby if not identified early.

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