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North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) invites residents to a quarterly update on Thursday, June 12, 1 – 3 p.m. CT, in Bismarck or virtually, about the state’s efforts to make it easier for North Dakotans with physical disabilities to live at home with in-home help and other community support services.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) confirms the first reported measles case in Burke County, making it the fourth county in the state impacted by measles. Confirmed measles cases in the state have increased to 28 since May 2. 
 

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) reports two measles cases were confirmed in Grand Forks County, making it the third county in the state impacted by measles. These are the first cases reported in Grand Forks County. The cases in Grand Forks County are linked to international travel.

Confirmed measles cases in the state have increased to 21 since May 2. This includes two additional cases in Williams County, four in Cass County and two in Grand Forks County. To date, one person has been hospitalized. 
 

North Dakotans who are interested in becoming a licensed foster care provider should contact 833-378-4663

During Children’s Foster Care Month, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is bringing attention to the importance of keeping children safe and families strong, and the services, programs and North Dakotans that support the advancement of strong, stable healthy families and communities.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting two measles cases in Cass County, bringing the state’s total to 11 cases in 2025. Both individuals were unvaccinated and acquired measles through international travel. One individual is hospitalized. The two cases in Cass County are not related to cases in Williams County.  

Members of the public who were present at the following Cass County locations during specific dates and times may have been exposed.  

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting five additional measles cases in Williams County, bringing the state’s total to nine cases in 2025. All newly confirmed individuals were unvaccinated and had no reported contact with previously identified cases. These individuals are currently isolating at home as recommended to help limit further spread.

Members of the public who were present at the following Williston location during the dates and times below may have been exposed. Those individuals are encouraged to monitor for symptoms and contact a health care provider if symptoms develop. Exposure location:

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the state’s first case of measles since 2011. The case involves an unvaccinated child from Williams County who is believed to have contracted the illness from an out-of-state visitor.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has issued a proclamation, recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is raising awareness about the importance of mental health while sharing resources to help North Dakotans improve their overall well-being. This year, HHS is encouraging North Dakotans to "Nurture Your Network" by strengthening relationships, checking in on loved ones, and reaching out for support when you need it.

North Dakota Health and Human Services announced that public health programs that serve children and families have increased their qualifying income levels based on changes in federal poverty level guidelines, which are updated annually to reflect cost-of-living changes.  

In recognition of national Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) and Families Flourish ND (formerly known as Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota) are joining parent and family resource centers, local child welfare service providers and other partner agencies in highlighting the importance of working together in communities to serve and support children and families so that child abuse and neglect can be prevented.