BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today announced the appointment of Sherry Adams, administrator and CEO of the Southwestern District Health Unit, to serve as North Dakota’s next State Health Officer, effective Sept. 15, citing her extensive background in public health and[...]
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Watch: Politics Is Now Prioritized Over Science at CDC
A wave of resignations has rocked the CDC following the firing of Director Susan Monarez—just weeks into her tenure. Senior leaders say her refusal to bend science to political will cost her the job. In her place, the White House installed Jim[...]
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Don’t tax away our hospitals
Nonprofit hospitals sit at the heart of many communities, especially in rural America, where they are often the only providers of emergency rooms, maternity wards, and essential care. Yet a growing movement is calling to strip these hospitals of their tax-exempt status,[...]
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Social Media & Custody Battles: What Every Parent Needs to Know
When parents go through custody disputes, every detail matters—including what shows up online. Social media posts that once felt private or harmless can quickly become evidence in court, shaping how a judge sees a parent’s judgment, stability, and ability to provide for[...]
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As Measles Exploded, Officials in Texas Looked to CDC Scientists. Under Trump, No One Answered.
The worst U.S. measles outbreak in more than 30 years began in West Texas, but the real story is how it spread unchecked while the nation’s top health agency was sidelined. According to a KFF Health News investigation, the Trump administration stifled[...]
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Port: Why should it cost 600% more to have a baby in Fargo?
North Dakotans are paying wildly different prices for the same medical care, and Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread says it’s driving up health insurance costs. A colonoscopy that costs $1,775 in Bismarck can run more than $5,000 elsewhere. A C-section in Minot might[...]
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Your Dog Has a Unique Ability to Read Your Mind. Here’s Why.
Dogs don’t just live in our homes—they live in our emotions. Science shows they’re wired to pick up on our moods, from the tone of our voice to the look on our faces, even syncing their heartbeats with ours when stress runs[...]
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North Dakota Joins National Push to Ban Deadly “Designer Xanax”
Kentucky’s governor has banned “designer Xanax” after a surge of overdose deaths, and North Dakota is among 20 other states pushing for a nationwide crackdown. Attorney General Drew Wrigley joined a coalition urging the DEA to classify bromazolam as a Schedule 1[...]
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West Nile virus cases on the rise: What you can do
Health officials are sounding the alarm as West Nile virus cases climb in North Dakota, with 33 confirmed infections and 19 hospitalizations so far. The illness, spread by mosquito bites, can range from fever and body aches to severe complications. Experts urge[...]
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The Great American Fitness Boom
For once, the country’s health story isn’t about crisis — it’s about progress. Murders, overdoses, traffic deaths, and even obesity are all trending down at the same time, a rare and remarkable shift. And layered on top of that, Americans are exercising[...]
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Almost a dozen North Dakota children, teens have disappeared in 17 days
In just a few weeks, more than a dozen children and teens have gone missing across North Dakota — a troubling surge that has left families and communities on edge. Officials say there’s no clear link between the cases, but advocates warn[...]
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Iowa State study dives into marriage, education rates and their connection
Why are marriage rates falling — and what role does education play? A new study from Iowa State University suggests the answer depends on when you ask. Researchers found that more schooling often delays marriage for people in their 20s and early[...]
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North Dakota reports 12 additional cases of West Nile virus in past week
Twelve additional cases of West Nile virus were reported in North Dakota over the past week bringing the total human cases to 26 as of Thursday, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Of the 26 total cases, 11 people[...]
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West Nile virus appearing earlier in North Dakota this summer, with 14 human cases so far
North Dakota’s mosquito season is hitting harder — and earlier — than usual, and with it comes a surge in West Nile virus cases. Fourteen people across nine counties have already tested positive, triple-digit mosquito counts are showing up in some traps,[...]
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Experts say rural emergency rooms are increasingly run without doctors
In Ekalaka, Montana, the local hospital’s emergency room operates without a doctor on-site, relying on physician assistants and nurse practitioners to handle critical cases. This model is becoming more common across rural America as a result of the nationwide shortage of doctors.[...]
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CDC Launches New Campaign to Address Youth Substance Use and Mental Health
The back-to-school season is a great time to engage with youth about mental health and substance use to promote their well-being throughout the academic year. To support these conversations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched Free Mind, a[...]