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The North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) Behavioral Health Division invites the public to its booth at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot, July 19-27, to learn about Parents Lead, an evidence-based prevention program that provides parents and other adults and caregivers with tools and resources to help support the behavioral health of children. As the number one influence, parents, caregivers, and other trusted adults play a critical role in supporting the behavioral health of children.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced that families have until August 30 to apply for help with the cost of food during the summer through the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program, also known as SUN Bucks. 

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) will be announcing Jasmin Child Care and Preschool in Fargo as the first participant of the Non-Traditional Hour Child Care pilot program, the state’s latest effort to build public-private partnerships that can help address urgent child care needs.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) marks a significant milestone this month as it commemorates the upcoming two-year anniversary of the rollout of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Partnering with FirstLink, North Dakota continues to expand access to critical mental health and crisis intervention services statewide.

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.