News & Updates

Updates and Information From Cavalier County Health District

May 1, 2026

Hunnicutt, national wellness leader, joins North Dakota’s rural health transformation effort

ND HHS announced Dr. David Hunnicutt, as a Rural Health Transformation Program strategist.

May 1, 2026

One case of measles reported in Dunn County

This is the first measles case reported in Dunn County.

April 27, 2026

Cavalier County Board of Health Un-expired Board Position Available

1 unexpired term that runs until December 31, 2026. Any questions may be addressed to the Cavalier County Public Health at (701) 256-2402

April 27, 2026

Tribal Liaison and Rural Health Care Advisor, Join HHS Rural Health Transformation Program

This program is a five-year statewide investment to strengthen rural health care and help make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation.

April 22, 2026

North Dakota announces $3.6 million in school & community-based grant opportunities for Rural Health Transformation

The grant opportunities include a Zero Hour Physical Education initiative, community gardens projects, and community-based walking programs.

April 16, 2026

Measles case has been confirmed in Grand Forks County; HHS shares public exposure site details

This is the first case reported in Grand Forks County in 2026.

April 9, 2026

North Dakotans can learn about resources to grow healthy habits on April 18 at Gateway to Health event

The fourth annual community event is at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science in Bismarck.

April 8, 2026

HHS reminds North Dakotans that services and support are available to prevent child abuse during Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

April 1, 2026

One case of measles reported in Ransom County

This is the first case reported in Ransom County.

March 18, 2026

HHS announces first Rural Health Transformation Program funding opportunity to strengthen rural health care workforce

The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. CT April 30.

March 18, 2026

HHS recognizes Poison Prevention Week

ND 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.

March 9, 2026

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month: free, confidential support available statewide

March is also recognized nationally as a time dedicated to raising awareness about gambling-related harm and connecting individuals and families with support.

March 6, 2026

First case of measles reported in Traill County; one new case in Pembina County

This is the first case reported in Traill County.

February 20, 2026

One measles case confirmed in Walsh County

This is the first case reported in Walsh County.

February 19, 2026

North Dakota confirms 7 measles cases, public advised of potential exposures

Two individuals have been hospitalized, and five of the cases involve adults over age 19.

February 12, 2026

One case of measles reported in Pembina County; brings 2026 cases to two in North Dakota

This is the the first from Pembina County.

February 9, 2026

ND State Health Officer joins HHS, Helmsley Charitable Trust and community partners to celebrate lives saved through AED equipment grants

On Feb. 11, North Dakota State Health Officer Sherry Adams will be joined by officials from ND HHS and others in Bismarck and virtually.

February 6, 2026

Public comment period opens for North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities proposed five-year state plan

Public comments will be accepted from Feb. 5 - March 21, 2026.

February 4, 2026

One case of measles reported in Williams County

This is the first measles case reported in North Dakota in 2026.

February 2, 2026

Heating assistance is available to keep North Dakotans warm throughout the winter

ND HHS and the North Dakota Department of Commerce are encouraging North Dakotans who need help to apply for the LIHEAP.

January 28, 2026

HHS seeks public comment on five-year renewal of state’s Medicaid waiver for medically fragile children

Public comment will be accepted from Jan. 28 through Feb. 26, at 5 p.m. CT.

January 14, 2026

January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month

This January, ND HHS is recognizing Birth Defects Awareness Month.

January 8, 2026

HHS encourages prevention due to uptick in ND influenza activity

ND HHS encourages residents to take precautions as influenza activity remains high.

January 5, 2026

ND HHS promotes student loan repayment programs for health professions

ND HHS helps qualifying health care professionals connect with job opportunities where they can receive student loan debt relief.