With Fall Here and Winter Coming, Seasonal Vaccines Are Key
November 1, 2024
With the time approaching when influenza is most often a threat and with the ongoing presence of COVID-19, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) says…
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Lead Exposure for Children Can Have Lasting Damage
October 15, 2024
Lead exposure, especially for young children, can sometimes lead to lasting, serious health damages, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). “We may not…
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State Healthcare Facility Management Changing
October 1, 2024
New leadership is in place for the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) in Lander, a facility operated by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Misty…
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New Cards, System Help WIC Work Better for Families
September 27, 2024
New benefit cards and a modernized system will help the Wyoming WIC Program work better for participant families, according to the Wyoming Department of Health…
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Suicide Prevention Symposium Set for Casper
September 23, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health is inviting teachers, law enforcement representatives, clinicians, loss survivors, community members and other stakeholders to attend the 2024 Wyoming Suicide…
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Improvements to 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Continue
September 3, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) and its partners continue to improve 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline operations to enhance what’s available to help Wyoming…
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Are Your Family’s Students Up to Date on Vaccines?
August 29, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) encourages parents to remember important vaccinations for their children along with lunches, notebooks and backpacks as students begin a…
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With Mosquitoes Still Abuzz, Protect Yourself from WNV
August 19, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants people to remember to protect themselves from mosquito bites to help prevent West Nile virus (WNV) infection. “Recent…
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Help Shape Maternal and Child Health Priorities
August 2, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) invites community representatives and family members from across the state to help set priorities for its Maternal and Child…
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Changes Underway for Wyoming’s Behavioral Health System
July 2, 2024
After several years of planning and coordination with partners across the state, changes to Wyoming’s behavioral health system are underway, according to the Wyoming Department…
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Department Notes Unexpected Increase in Tularemia Reports
June 27, 2024
A sharp increase in tularemia cases reported so far this year over what’s typical for the state is concerning officials at the Wyoming Department of…
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Wyoming’s WIC Program Helps Thousands of Families
June 27, 2024
Free nutritious foods and education, breastfeeding support and healthcare referrals are offered to thousands of families across the state by the Wyoming WIC Program, operated…
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Rabies Prevention: Not Just Shots for Family Pets
May 30, 2024
With the onset of warmer weather, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is warning residents to beware of wild animals that may carry rabies, especially…
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Calls Seeking Credit Card Details for Medicaid Renewal Are Fake
May 16, 2024
With new reports of fake calls wrongly seeking money, Wyoming Medicaid is alerting clients and their family members to be cautious of potential Medicaid coverage…
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Young Winners of Wyoming Radon Poster Contest Named
May 8, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is announcing the winners of its annual youth radon poster contest, which is part of an overall effort to…
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Wyoming’s Favorite Baby Name Winners Crowned
April 30, 2024
Evelyn won the competition for the number one female name among Wyoming’s new babies in 2023, with Henry topping the race among male names, according…
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Beware of Hantavirus Danger During Spring Cleaning and Beyond
April 25, 2024
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) warns a serious infection spread by mice known as hantavirus, remains a public health threat. Courtney Tillman, a WDH…
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Don’t Let Ticks Steal Warm Weather Enjoyment
April 19, 2024
With tick season quickly approaching, the Wyoming Department of Health says simple steps can help state residents protect themselves and their family members from potentially…
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State Healthcare Facility Management Changing
April 17, 2024
A new administrator has been named for the Veterans’ Home of Wyoming (VHW) in Buffalo with interim leadership also now in place for the Wyoming…
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State’s 2023 Death, Birth, Marriage and Divorce Totals Described
March 15, 2024
Fewer overall deaths, births, marriages and divorces were officially logged among Wyoming residents in 2023 compared to the year before according to records held by…
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