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Preliminary design materials are now available to help public entities, businesses and nonprofit organizations explore the development of accessible housing for North Dakotans with disabilities who have extraordinary medical needs. Developed with input from individuals, families and caregivers, the materials outline design features that can better support residents' comfort, dignity and care needs. Interested organizations can request the materials by completing the online form and are responsible for securing funding for construction and implementation. Read the full news release for more information.
Categories: Children and families
November is Adoption Awareness Month, a time to celebrate families formed through adoption and recognize the importance of providing children with safe, stable and permanent homes. This year, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is highlighting improvements to adoption services and the continued commitment to supporting children and families throughout the adoption journey.
Categories: Economic Assistance
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reminding North Dakotans that starting Nov. 1, the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will encourage healthier food choices by updating which items can be purchased with an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
Categories: Announcement, Closure or Delay
Bismarck, ND (October 29, 2026) - North Dakota Health and Human Services is pleased to say the 2025 biennial audit released by the State Auditor’s Office shows strong overall performance across its programs, safeguards and operations. In a biennial budget of nearly $6 billion, auditors identified only seven findings, which demonstrates effective oversight and responsible program management.
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is raising awareness about lead exposure and ways North Dakotans can protect children from lead poisoning during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 25-31.
Categories: Medical Services Division
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.
Categories: Public Health
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.
Categories: Public Health
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.
Categories: Public Health
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