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North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus disease this season. The individual lives in Morton County and was hospitalized. There is risk of contracting West Nile virus anytime mosquitoes are active, so it is important to know how to avoid mosquito bites.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced that child care providers and parents will begin to experience additional enhancements to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) this month.

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.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) warns people about recalled Diamond Shruumz^TM products, advising North Dakotans they should not eat, sell, or serve the products. On June 28, the FDA announced a company recall involving Prophet Premium Blends Diamond Shruumz^TM chocolate bars, cones, gummies and related products, however, many stores that sell these items are not licensed and regulated by the state. Products may still be available to buy online and through retailers that sell hemp-derived and smoking and vaping products.

Summer activities such as camping, swimming and sports are in full swing in North Dakota. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is sharing tips and reminders to help North Dakotans enjoy summer in a healthy and safe way.

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. HHS is inviting public comment on the application now through July 12.

Registration is now open for the fourth annual North Dakota Health and Human Services Behavioral Health & Children and Family Services Conference scheduled for Sept. 16-19 at the Bismarck Event Center for behavioral health and child welfare professionals. The conference may also be attended via an online livestream. Three preconference sessions will be held Sept. 16-17 with the regular conference schedule commencing at 1 p.m. CT on Tuesday, Sept. 17.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) invites residents to a quarterly update about the state’s efforts to make it easier for North Dakotans with physical disabilities to live at home with in-home help and other community support services on Thursday, June 20, 1-3 p.m. CT in Bismarck or virtually.

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. The national campaign aims to promote awareness, prevention, education and family involvement for the health and well-being of men. This year marks the 30th anniversary of National Men’s Health Week, which is celebrated June 10-16.

Income eligibility guidelines for the North Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, known as WIC, have increased based on changes in the federal poverty levels.