Wyoming Preparing as State’s Coronavirus Risk Still Low

While the number of reported cases of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to grow around the world, the current risk of an outbreak is still low in Wyoming, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Dr. Alexia Harrist, state health officer and state epidemiologist with WDH, “We...

Coronavirus Outbreak Risk Remains Low in Wyoming

A Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) official says the risk of an ongoing outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus causing international concern remains low in Wyoming. “No reported or suspected 2019 novel coronavirus cases have been identified in Wyoming and the risk to our state’s residents from this virus...

Department Tracking Coronavirus Spread and Information

With a handful of novel coronavirus cases now reported in the United States, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is closely monitoring the situation and sharing recommendations with Wyoming healthcare providers. “At this point, no reported or suspected cases have been identified in Wyoming,” said Dr. Alexia Harrist, state...

Program Boosts Medication Access by “Recycling” Medicine

The Wyoming Medication Donation Program, a Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) effort, works to boost access to needed medications and to reduce waste by repurposing useable medicine. “With so many people out there who cannot afford to pay for their prescriptions, it’s a shame to see drugs that are...

Department Announces New Behavioral Health Division Leadership

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is announcing new leadership for its Behavioral Health Division. WDH Director Michael Ceballos recently named Matt Petry as senior administrator for the Behavioral Health Division effective February 1. The Behavioral Health Division includes Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Services, the Early Intervention...