North Dakota Observes Child Passenger Safety Month in February - 2/1/2012
State Health Department Reminds Public of the Importance of Choosing the Correct Restraint for Their Child
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Agencies Encouraged to Apply for State Clean Diesel Grants - 1/23/2012
The North Dakota Department of Health is pleased to release the annual State Clean Diesel Grant Program application...
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Yellow Ribbon Awareness Project Visually Displays Impact of Suicides - 1/23/2012
The yellow ribbon serves as a visual reminder of all the efforts that are taken to help prevent the tragedy of suicide. The North Dakota Department of Health will be using the yellow ribbon in an even grander display, at university, high school and middle school campuses across the state, to show the exact scope of how deeply suicides of our young people affects us each and every year.
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Department of Health Receives Grant from the DentaQuest Foundation - 1/17/2012
Grant Will Help Improve Oral Health Care in North Dakota...
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State Health Department Reports an Increase in Rabid Animals in Bowman County - 1/13/2012
The North Dakota Department of Health is alerting residents in Bowman County that there has been a recent increase in animals testing positive for rabies in the county...
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Governor Dalrymple Appoints Three New Members to the State Health Council - 1/5/2012
Governor Jack Dalrymple has appointed three new members to the State Health Council...
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Department of Health Educates About Congenital Heart Defects - 1/3/2012
The North Dakota Department of Health is educating about ways to prevent birth defects, the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States, in conjunction with National Birth Defects Prevention Month observed in January.
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January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month - 1/3/2012
January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the North Dakota Department of Health is reminding women of the importance of regular Pap tests.
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State Health Department Wins Eight Awards for Excellence in Communication - 12/29/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health received eight awards for excellence in public health communication from the National Public Health Information Coalition...
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State Health Council Approves One New Physician for Loan Repayment Program - 12/28/2011
The State Health Council in conjunction with the North Dakota Department of Health announces that one physician has been approved for loan repayment assistance...
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North Dakota Health-Care Providers Receive Immunization Awards - 12/21/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health has announced their annual immunization rate awards...
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North Dakota Cancer Coalition Encourages a Healthier Christmas - 12/13/2011
The North Dakota Cancer Coalition encourages you to think outside of the box this Christmas when it comes to shopping, gift giving and preparing your holiday feast...
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Long Term Care Advisory Committee Schedules Meeting - 12/5/2011
The North Dakota Long Term Care Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011...
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National Influenza Vaccination Week Highlights the Importance of Flu Vaccination - 12/5/2011
December 4 through 10 is National Influenza Vaccination Week.
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North Dakota Observes World AIDS Day - 11/29/2011
Department of Health Urges Testing for At-Risk People
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Mobile Food Units Must Be Licensed Before Serving Food in North Dakota - 11/28/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health and Upper Missouri District Health Unit, Williston, are warning all mobile food units they must be licensed before doing business in North Dakota...
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North Dakota Cancer Coalition Encourages Healthy Choices During The Holidays - 11/21/2011
The North Dakota Cancer Coalition is providing tips for navigating through holiday party festivities, including the foods that accompany them.
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America Recycles Day Aims to Raise Awareness About Recycling - 11/14/2011
In conjunction with America Recycles Day observed Nov. 15, 2011, the North Dakota Department of Health is encouraging residents to learn about the many benefits of recycling...
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State Health Council Schedules Meeting - 11/10/2011
The State Health Council will meet Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011, at 10 a.m...
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Cancer Survivors Encouraged to Learn About and Recognize Environmental Factors After Flooding That May Cause Health-Related Problems - 11/2/2011
The North Dakota Cancer Coalition encourages all cancer survivors to be mindful of the long-term environmental impact the flood and high water events may have caused to homes and businesses...
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North Dakota Tobacco Quitline Still Successful After Seven Years - 11/2/2011
The North Dakota Tobacco Quitline recently celebrated its seventh anniversary and continues to be a successful service...
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State Health Department Issues Final Pesticides General Permit - 11/1/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health today announced a notice of final action for the Pesticide General Permit for Applications of Pesticides to Waters of the State...
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National Diabetes Month Observed in November - 11/1/2011
North Dakotans Encouraged to Make a Plan to Prevent Diabetes and Its Complications
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State Health Council Schedules Meeting - 10/26/2011
The State Health Council will meet Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011...
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State Health Department Reminds Residents About Indoor Air Issues Associated With Home Remodeling - 10/25/2011
In conjunction with Home Indoor Air Quality Month, the North Dakota Department of Health is reminding residents to be aware of lead, asbestos and mold before remodeling...
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Arvy Smith Receives Swearingen Award - 10/24/2011
Arvy Smith, North Dakota's deputy state health officer, has received a national award for excellence in public health administration...
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State Health Department Urges North Dakotans to Learn How to Prevent Infections - 10/17/2011
In conjunction with National Infection Prevention Week Oct. 16 through 22, 2011, the North Dakota Department of Health is urging residents to learn about preventing infections in health-care settings...
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Week Three of Home Indoor Air Quality Month Focuses on the Effects of Secondhand Smoke - 10/17/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed October 2011 as Home Indoor Air Quality Month to encourage North Dakotans to learn more about indoor air quality issues...
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State Health Department Urges North Dakotans To Test Their Homes for Radon - 10/11/2011
In conjunction with Home Indoor Air Quality Month, the North Dakota Department of Health is urging residents to test their homes for radon...
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Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Month Observed in North Dakota To Raise Awareness About an Agressive and Unusual Form of Breast Cancer - 10/4/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed October as Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Month in North Dakota...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 10/4/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed October 2011 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in North Dakota...
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North Dakota Department of Health Urges Everyone To Get Vaccinated This Flu Season - 10/3/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is reminding all North Dakotans of the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu...
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MEDIA ADVISORY - 9/30/2011
North Dakota Department of Health schedules news conference to highlight the importance of flu shots to protect against influenza...
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Governor Proclaims Home Indoor Air Quality Month in North Dakota - 9/29/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed October 2011 as Home Indoor Air Quality Month in North Dakota...
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Spirit Lake Pediatric Dental Day Will Provide Dental Care To Area Children - 9/28/2011
A Pediatric Dental Day event is being held Sept. 30, 2011, at Spirit Lake (Fort Totten) to provide free dental care to area children...
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North Dakota Department of Health Investigates Listeria Case Linked to Cantaloupes - 9/28/2011
Health Officials are Stressing the Importance of Proper Food Handling
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State Health Department Schedules Public Hearing - 9/19/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health will hold a public hearing concerning utilization of funds for two grants: the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act and the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant...
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North Dakota Observes Child Passenger Safety Week - 9/15/2011
In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week September 18 through 24, 2011, the North Dakota Department of Health is reminding parents and caregivers about the new child passenger safety recommendations...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Suicide Prevention Month in North Dakota - 8/31/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Month in North Dakota...
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State Health Council Approves Two Physician Assistants for Loan Repayment Program - 8/29/2011
The State Health Council in conjunction with the North Dakota Department of Health announces that two physician assistants have been approved for loan repayment assistance...
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State Health Council Schedules Meeting - 8/12/2011
The State Health Council, the advisory body of the North Dakota Department of Health, will meet Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011...
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State Health Department Schedules Opportunity for the Public To Learn About and Comment on Emergency Preparedness Activities - 8/5/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health has scheduled a public meeting designed to educate the general public about emergency preparedness activities...
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State Departments of Health and Agriculture Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Advisory - 8/3/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Animal Health Division, are advising North Dakotans to avoid contact with or swallowing blue-green algae...
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North Dakota Businesses Designated as "Infant Friendly" - 8/1/2011
Nine North Dakota businesses are the first in North Dakota to be recognized as
"Infant Friendly"
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Health Officials Are Urging Homeowners and Volunteers To Take Precautions After Asbestos-Containing Insulation Has Been Found in Minot and Ward County - 7/28/2011
Homeowners in the Minot and Ward County area are being urged to take the time to identify insulation that may contain asbestos...
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North Dakota Department of Health Reminds Parents That Now is the Time to Think About Back-to-School Immunizations - 7/28/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is encouraging parents to get their children vaccinated now to avoid the back-to-school rush later this summer...
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North Dakota Reports First Human Case of West Nile Virus in 2011 - 7/27/2011
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North Dakota Department of Health Offers Free Private Well Bacteriological Testing for Residents Affected by Flooding - 7/25/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is offering free private well bacteriological testing for residents across the state affected by flooding...
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Department of Health Issues Guidance for Homeowners of Flood-Damaged Homes with Asbestos-Containing Insulation - 7/21/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is warninig homeowners cleaning out flood damaged homes that some insulation may contain asbestos...
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State Health Department Offers Hot Weather Safety Tips - 7/19/2011
Because of extremely high temperatures across North Dakota, the state health department is urging everyone to take precautions to protect their health...
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Proper Cleanup After a Flood Can Prevent Illnesses Caused by Mold - 7/5/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is encouraging residents who have experienced flooding in their homes to take steps to prevent the growth of mold...
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State Department of Health Takes Over Regulation of the Nurse Aide Registry - 7/5/2011
Changes To the Registry Took Effect July 1, 2011
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Application for Block Grant Funds Will Be Available for Public Comment - 7/1/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health has completed the state's application for Federal Title V Block Grant funds...
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North Dakota Department of Health Releases 2010 Drinking Water Compliance Report - 7/1/2011
Information about North Dakota's public water systems is available in the newly released 2010 Drinking Water Compliance Report...
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North Dakota Cancer Coalition Encourages Everyone To Be Sun Savvy This Holiday Weekend - 6/30/2011
The North Dakota Cancer Coalition encourages everyone to take steps to be sun savvy during your outdoor festivities this holiday weekend...
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State Health Department Emphasizes That Extra Immunizations Are Not Required During Flooding - 6/29/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is notifying North Dakotans that extra immunizations are not needed during flooding...
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North Dakota Observes National HIV Testing Day - 6/17/2011
Department of Health Urges Testing for At-Risk People
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State Health Council Announces Latest Approval of Loan Repayment Program Recipients - 6/14/2011
The State Health Council in conjunction with the North Dakota Department of Health announces that three dentists and one physician have been approved for loan repayment assistance...
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First Measles Case Identified in North Dakota Since 1987 - 6/13/2011
Department of Health Reminds North Dakotans About the Importance of Vaccination
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West Nile Virus Surveillance Activities Begin in North Dakota - 6/8/2011
On June 1, 2011, the North Dakota Department of Health - in conjunction with several local, state, federal, and private agencies - began coordination of West Nile virus surveillance activities...
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Conference Focuses on Steps To Create Breastfeeding-Friendly Worksites in North Dakota - 6/6/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health, Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity, will be hosting the Business Case for Breastfeeding Training...
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State Health Department Offers Tips To Keep Bicyclers Safe This Summer - 6/6/2011
School is out, the weather is nice and now is the time that the bicycles have come out of storage and kids of all ages are engaging in the healthy activity of bike riding...
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State Health Department Helping To Coordinate Evacuation of Trinity Homes in Minot - 6/1/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is helping to coordinate the evacuation of Trinity Homes in Minot
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State Health Department Urges Residents To Think About Safety When Preparing for Flooding - 6/1/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is urging residents to think about safety and take precautionary measures while preparing for the flood...
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State Health Council Schedules Meeting - 5/31/2011
The State Health Council will meet Thursday, June 2, 2011...
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State Health Department Issues Hantavirus Disease Warning - 5/25/2011
People who are cleaning cabins or other buildings that had been closed for the winter should protect themselves against hantavirus...
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Department of Health Educates About Signs of a Stroke During National Stroke Awareness Month - 5/18/2011
May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month and is a great time to remind people about the signs of a stroke and what you can do to prevent a stroke...
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Emergency Medical Services for Children Day Observed in North Dakota - 5/16/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed May 18, 2011, as Emergency Medical Services for Children Day in North Dakota...
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State Health Department Urges Caution During Tick Season - 5/13/2011
This tick season, the North Dakota Department of Health encourages residents to take measures to avoid tick bites and the potential for serious tick-borne diseases...
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Governor Proclaims Public Works Week in North Dakota - 5/13/2011
Gov. Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed May 15 through 21, 2011, as Public Works Week in North Dakota...
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Upcoming Cancer Conference Focuses on Genetics and Cancer - 5/12/2011
The North Dakota Cancer Coalition announces the 2011 Cancer Conference scheduled for May 18, 2011...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims School Nurse Day in North Dakota - 5/9/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed Wednesday, May 11, 2011, as School Nurse Day in North Dakota...
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State Health Department Encourages North Dakotans To Compost Yard Waste - 5/9/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health encourages residents to compost yard waste, support compost programs and use compost to enrich and fertilize soil...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Women's Health Week in North Dakota - 5/6/2011
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed May 8 through 14, 2011, as Women's Health Week in North Dakota...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Drinking Water Week - 4/29/2011
North Dakotans Encouraged To Protect and Conserve the State's Waters
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State Health Department Releases Guide to Nursing Facility Rates - 4/28/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health and the North Dakota Health Care Data Committee recently released the 2011 Guide to Nursing Facility Charges...
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Increasing Cases of Measles Reported in the United States - 4/27/2011
Department of Health Reminds Parents of the Importance of Vaccinating Their Children
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Department of Health Launches Campaign To Educate About Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Secondhand Smoke - 4/26/2011
The goal of the campaign is to encourage North Dakota tobacco users not to smoke or use tobacco around infants or children, or while pregnant...
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State Health Council Announces Recipients of Loan Repayment Program - 4/20/2011
The State Health Council in conjunction with the North Dakota Department of Health announces that one physician and three veterinarians have been approved for student loan repayment assistance...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Earth Day - 4/15/2011
North Dakotans Encouraged To Celebrate Earth Day
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WIC Program Announces New Income Levels for Eligibility - 4/11/2011
Income eligibility guidelines for the North Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) have increased...
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Sixth Circuit Court Grants EPA Extension - 4/6/2011
State Health Department Puts Hold on Finalizing Pesticides General Permit
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North Dakota Receives Two Awards at National Immunization Conference - 4/5/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health received two awards last week at the National Immunization Conference held in Washington, D.C....
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State Health Department Urges Private Well Owners To Take Precautions During Flooding - 4/5/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is advising people with private wells not to drink water contaminated by flood water...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Public Health Week in North Dakota - 4/1/2011
North Dakotans Encouraged To Take Steps To Avoid Injuries
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North Dakota Observes Poison Prevention Week - 3/14/2011
State Health Department Urges North Dakotans To Watch for Dangers When Spring Cleaning
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Long Term Care Advisory Committee Schedules Meeting - 3/11/2011
The North Dakota Long Term Care Advisory Committee will meet Monday, March 14, 2011...
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State Health Council Schedules Meeting - 2/28/2011
The State Health Council will meet Thursday, March 3, 2011...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims March 4, 2011, "Dress in Blue Day" in North Dakota - 2/23/2011
On Dress in Blue Day, people across the nation wear blue to promote awareness about colorectal cancer and encourage people to get screened...
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North Dakota Auto Recyclers Encouraged to Remove Mercury Switches - 2/7/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is encouraging auto salvage yards and scrap metal recycling facilities to participate in the National Vechicle Mercury Switch Recovery Program...
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MEDIA ADVISORY - 2/2/2011
Department of Health Will Host Federal Partners For Participation in a Flood Exercise
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North Dakota Observes Child Passenger Safety Month in February - 2/2/2011
State Health Department Reminds Public of the Importance of Transporting Children Safely
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Agencies Encouraged to Apply for State Clean Diesel Grants - 2/1/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health is pleased to release the annual State Clean Diesel Grant Program application...
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State Health Department Reports Influenza-Related Pediatric Death - 1/12/2011
The North Dakota Department of Health today reported the death of a North Dakota child from influenza...
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MEDIA ADVISORY - 1/12/2011
North Dakota Department of Health schedules media conference call to discuss influenza-related child death
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January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month - 1/6/2011
January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the North Dakota Department of Health is reminding women of the importance of regular Pap tests...
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Governor Dalrymple Proclaims Birth Defects Prevention Month in North Dakota - 1/3/2011
Even Focuses on Addressing Medication Use Before and During Pregnancy
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