North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
Recent News About North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
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Deadline extended for North Dakotans to apply for replacement SNAP benefits
North Dakota residents affected by the June 20 storm have more time to apply for replacement Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
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North Dakota HHS seeks public input on Medicaid children's waivers
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting public feedback on proposed changes to two Medicaid waivers aimed at expanding services for children.
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SNAP participants in North Dakota eligible for replacement benefits after storm-related outages
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that residents participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) who lost food due to power outages from recent storms may qualify for replacement benefits.
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Northwest Human Service Center closes temporarily for water main repair
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the temporary closure of the Northwest Human Service Center in Williston.
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North Dakota observes National Family Unification Month amid declining foster care entries
June marks National Family Unification Month, a period dedicated to acknowledging the essential role communities play in maintaining family unity.
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North Dakota announces recipients of latest opioid settlement fund grants
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has disclosed the recipients of the latest Opioid Settlement Fund grants.
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North Dakota HHS invites public to DOJ settlement agreement update meeting
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting residents to a quarterly update meeting on Thursday, June 12, from 1 to 3 p.m. CT.
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Measles spreads across North Dakota with new case reported in Burke County
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the first measles case in Burke County, marking it as the fourth county in North Dakota to be affected by the outbreak.
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New measles cases confirmed in Grand Forks County linked to international travel
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed two new measles cases in Grand Forks County, marking the first occurrences in this area.
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Williams County reports increase in measles cases; public urged to check vaccination status
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed five additional measles cases in Williams County, raising the total to nine cases in 2025.
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North Dakota reports the first measles case since 2011
State health officials in North Dakota have announced the state's first reported case of measles since 2011.
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North Dakota promotes mental health awareness with "Nurture Your Network
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month.
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Income level changes announced for health programs in North Dakota
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced an increase in qualifying income levels for certain public health programs serving children and families.
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North Dakota marks Child Abuse Prevention Month with state-wide initiatives
North Dakota recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, participating in national efforts to raise awareness about child safety and family support.
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HHS Deputy Commissioner Sara Stolt resigns to join Noridian Healthcare Solutions
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the resignation of Deputy Commissioner Sara Stolt.
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CHI St. Alexius Health and HHS launch behavioral health program for youth
On April 7, CHI St. Alexius Health, with the support from North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), launched the Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program.
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HHS celebrates 30th National Public Health Week, honors public health professionals
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is marking National Public Health Week's 30th anniversary from April 7 to 13.
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North Dakota partners to support reentry success for incarcerated individuals
Reentering society after incarceration involves challenges such as finding stable housing and jobs, and getting healthcare.
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North Dakota HHS opens applications for opioid settlement fund grants
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has opened applications for grant funding from the state’s opioid settlement funds.
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North Dakota HHS expands family support network with peer support training
North Dakota's Health and Human Services (HHS) recently carried out a Parent and Caregiver Peer Support Training event from April 1-3.