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Today, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) received a 2026 Spotlight Award from the National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD) for its hospital value-based purchasing program, which uses a performance-based payment framework to improve quality and health outcomes for Medicaid members.

BISMARCK, N.D. (OCT. 20, 2026) – State leaders gathered today on the Capitol grounds to celebrate the official opening of the new North Dakota State Laboratory, a modern facility that strengthens the state’s ability to monitor public health and environmental quality. More at governor.nd.gov.

BISMARCK, N.D. (OCT. 15, 2026) – Gov. Kelly Armstrong will lead the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new North Dakota State Laboratory on Tuesday, Oct. 20, on the Capitol grounds. Joining him will be Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden, who chairs the Capitol Grounds Planning Commission, as well as state legislators, cabinet members and leadership from North Dakota Health and Human Services and the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages North Dakotans to prepare for fall and winter respiratory viruses, including influenza (flu), RSV and COVID-19. Now is a good time to talk with a trusted healthcare provider about recommended respiratory immunizations and other ways to stay healt

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Parents Lead, a North Dakota initiative administered by North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), encourages parents and caregivers to make bullying prevention part of everyday life. Simple conversations and everyday interactions can help children build confidence, resilience and empathy while developing the skills they need to form positive relationships and stand up for themselves and others.