Health systems and nonprofit organizations interested in implementing cancer control strategies in Wyoming are encouraged by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to apply for its regional coordinator grants. The Wyoming Cancer Program is accepting applications for its Wyoming Cancer Resource Services (WCRS) Regional Coordinator Program. The purpose of...
Because reports are showing flu season in Wyoming is getting active, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants residents to do what they can to avoid becoming ill with influenza or spreading it to others. Reggie McClinton, an epidemiologist with WDH, said Wyoming’s overall flu activity is at a...
Wyoming teens who want to stop using tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices, are encouraged to enroll in a free program designed just for them and recently made available through the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). The program is offered by WDH partner National Jewish Health,...
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is sharing five tips to help prevent foodborne illness from ruining holiday meals that feature turkey as a star attraction. Tiffany Greenlee, an epidemiologist with WDH, said mistakes with holiday dinners can sometimes lead to unfortunate illnesses. “Foodborne illness is something that can...
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants families to learn more about prediabetes, the warning signs of diabetes and controlling diabetes to help avoid serious and costly health complications. “When diabetes is unrecognized or not properly controlled, the health impacts are significant,” said Dr. Alexia Harrist, state health officer...
