Montana Department of Public Health and Human Servics
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Recent News About Montana Department of Public Health and Human Servics
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Montana reports rise in West Nile virus activity with first human cases of 2023
State and local health officials in Montana are reporting an increase in West Nile virus (WNV) activity across several counties, with the first three human cases of 2023 identified in Dawson, Rosebud, and Yellowstone counties.
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Montana's DPHHS promotes WIC program benefits during National Breastfeeding Month
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is reminding new parents about the benefits of breastfeeding and the support offered by the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) program.
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Montana honors direct support professionals during upcoming DDP conference
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) will honor Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at the Developmental Disabilities Program (DDP) conference on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
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West Nile Virus detected in Montana's Blaine County
State and local health officials have announced the first detection of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes in Montana this year, specifically from samples collected in Blaine County.
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Health officials conclude investigation into foodborne outbreak linked to morel mushrooms
Between March 28 and April 17, 2023, over 50 people experienced gastrointestinal symptoms after dining at Dave’s Sushi in Bozeman, Montana.
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Families encouraged to use farm direct benefits at Montana markets
With the farmers' market season underway, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is encouraging families to enroll in and utilize the Montana Farm Direct Program.
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Governor Gianforte announces appointments to health commission after $300 million investment
Governor Greg Gianforte has announced the appointments to the Behavioral Health System for Future Generations Commission.
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Montana invests $24 million in early childhood system improvements
Governor Greg Gianforte, alongside Charlie Brereton, Director of the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), announced a $24 million investment in Montana's early childhood system.
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Officials remind Montanans about ongoing threat posed by rabies
State and local public health officials in Montana are alerting residents about the ongoing risk of rabies as summer nears.
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Montana centenarians to be honored at upcoming aging conference
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is set to honor Montana centenarians at the 54th annual Governor’s Conference on Aging.
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Montana invests $300 million in expanding behavioral health services
Governor Greg Gianforte has signed House Bill 872, marking a $300 million investment aimed at enhancing behavioral health care in Montana.
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Montana hosts inaugural disability employment conference
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is hosting its first Disability Employment Conference in Butte, Montana.
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Montana honors EMS personnel for outstanding service
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) recently recognized several Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel across Montana for their exceptional service.
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DPHHS to honor Montana EMS providers in upcoming awards ceremony
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is set to recognize emergency medical services personnel from various Montana locations during an awards ceremony.
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Chickenpox cases surge among youth in Montana; officials stress vaccination
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials have reported an increase in chickenpox cases among school-aged children.
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Montana receives federal grant for behavioral health clinic planning
Governor Greg Gianforte, in collaboration with Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton, has announced that Montana is set to receive a federal grant aimed at enhancing behavioral health care services.
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Investigation continues into Bozeman sushi restaurant's foodborne illness outbreak
The Gallatin City-County Health Department and the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) are continuing their investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak linked to Dave’s Sushi in Bozeman.
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Podcast highlights mother's advocacy during National Asthma Awareness Month
In May, to mark National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, the DPHHS Talking Health in the 406 podcast is releasing two episodes featuring Billings resident Rachel Anderson.
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DPHHS announces free legal document clinics across Montana from April through July
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has announced the schedule for its annual Kelly Moorse Memorial Legal Document Clinic in 2023.
