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Norovirus On a Roll: Wash Your Hands So It Doesn’t Snowball!

January 14, 2025

Norovirus, a familiar and repeat offender, is responsible for many recently increased reports of illnesses in Wyoming, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH).…

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Consider Radon Testing for Your Wyoming Home

January 13, 2025

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants Wyoming families to consider testing their homes for radon and offers free test kits while supplies last. The…

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Free Online Learning Available for Wyoming’s Older Adults

December 19, 2024

A wide range of free classes is available for older Wyoming adults through the Wyoming Department of Health’s (WDH) ongoing partnership with a robust online…

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Health Department Announcing Leadership Update

December 16, 2024

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is announcing a leadership update for the agency. WDH Director Stefan Johansson is naming Ragen Latham as interim senior…

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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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