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North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting one confirmed measles case in Cass County. This is the first case reported in Cass County in 2026.

The individual likely acquired the infection within the state. HHS is continuing its investigation to determine the source of exposure, as the individual reported no recent out-of-state or international travel.

North Dakota has had a total of 38 confirmed cases of measles this year through May 15, and five individuals have been hospitalized. This compares to 36 measles cases in the state in 2025, which resulted in three hospitalizations. The United States has confirmed 1,842 cases in 2026.

May 10-16, which overlaps Mother’s Day, is recognized as National Women’s Health Week. This year, the federal Office of Women’s Health and North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) are promoting the theme: “Prevention, Innovation, and Impact: A New Era in Women’s Health,” and focusing attention on prevention and early detection of women’s health issues, chronic diseases and science-based care.

Spring showers and warmer temperatures may bring flowers, but they also bring out ticks. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages individuals to be aware of ticks, the diseases they carry, such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, alpha-gal syndrome and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and to take precautions.

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting one confirmed case of measles in Dunn County. This is the first measles case reported in Dunn County. The individual acquired measles out of state.  

North Dakota has a total of 36 confirmed cases of measles in seven counties to date in 2026, and five individuals have been hospitalized. The United States has confirmed 1,792 cases in 2026.  

As measles cases continue to occur in the U.S., Canada and other countries, individuals are encouraged to closely monitor for any signs or symptoms of measles and to contact a healthcare provider for guidance and testing if symptoms develop.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting one confirmed measles case in Grand Forks County. This is the first case reported in Grand Forks County in 2026.  

The individual likely acquired the infection within the state. HHS is continuing its investigation to determine the source of exposure, as the individual reported no recent out-of-state or international travel.

North Dakota has a total of 33 confirmed cases of measles to date in 2026, and five individuals have been hospitalized. The United States has confirmed 1,714 cases in 2026 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  

March 15-21 is nationally recognized as Poison Prevention Week. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is raising awareness about the risks posed by poisonous substances, precautions people can take to keep themselves and their families safe, and how people can get help if poisoning happens.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting one confirmed measles case in Traill County and another case in Pembina County for a statewide total of 23 confirmed cases to date in 2026. This is the first case reported in Traill County.  

The United States has confirmed 1,136 cases in 2026. Manitoba, Canada is currently reporting an outbreak of measles. Globally, increased measles cases are being reported in many countries.  

North Dakota public health officials, the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust and community partners are celebrating the lives saved during a multi-year Automated External Defibrillator (AED) equipment grant program that provided modern AEDs to law enforcement agencies across the state.  

Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed legislation positioning North Dakota to launch its Rural Health Transformation Program, backed by nearly $200 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health care statewide.