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Increased West Nile Virus Cases, Including Death, Confirmed

September 11, 2023

As Wyoming experiences more West Nile virus (WNV) activity this season than over the past decade or so, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is…

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Share Your Views on Youth and Young Adult Mental Health Needs

September 5, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is asking family members and youth to complete brief surveys about potential barriers and needs for mental health care…

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Need Back-to-School Vaccination Records? Try New WDH App!

August 15, 2023

With back-to-school season here, a new Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) smartphone application offers families an easy way to check whether their children have all…

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Don’t Forget Mosquito Protection to Prevent West Nile Virus

August 10, 2023

With human cases in nearby states and a higher-than-usual number of mosquito pools within Wyoming testing positive for West Nile virus, the Wyoming Department of…

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Wyoming Medicaid Renewals Continue Across State

August 9, 2023

Wyoming Medicaid’s renewal process, which was restarted earlier this year to review client eligibility, has reached a key stage, according to the Wyoming Department of…

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Public Input Sought for Wyoming Long-Term Care Option

August 7, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) invites public input on a proposal meant to save state and federal dollars while also preventing or delaying nursing…

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Plague Recently Confirmed in a Wyoming Pet

July 24, 2023

Laboratory testing completed last week has recently confirmed plague in a Fremont County cat, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). The Lander-area cat…

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“Waiver” Programs Part of Wyoming Medicaid Renewals

July 18, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding participants, family members, providers and case managers the state’s efforts serving vulnerable groups through “waiver” programs are…

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Could Your Family Benefit from Wyoming’s WIC Program?

June 29, 2023

The Wyoming WIC Program, operated by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), helps many Wyoming families with free nutritious foods and education, breastfeeding support and…

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Do’s and Don’ts to Help Avoid Common Summer Illnesses

June 1, 2023

With warmer weather finally arriving, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants residents to enjoy favorite activities while also avoiding certain illnesses often linked with…

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Department Continues Radon Risk Education Effort

May 19, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is naming winners of its annual poster contest, which is part of an overall effort to educate families about…

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Don’t Let Bugs Take a Bite Out of Outdoor Fun

May 5, 2023

Simple personal actions can help residents escape some potentially serious insect-spread diseases linked with warmer weather and outdoor activities, according to the Wyoming Department of…

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Don’t Let Rabies Sneak Up on You

April 20, 2023

Seasonal animal activity is prompting the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to issue a warning regarding the ongoing threat posed by rabies, a deadly but…

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Is Your Name Among Wyoming’s Favorites for New Babies?

April 12, 2023

Noah was the king of the hill among male names for Wyoming’s newest residents with Charlotte leading the pack for female babies in 2022, according…

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Wyoming Medicaid Offers Scam Alert

March 23, 2023

Following reports of fake texts and bogus calls seeking money, Wyoming Medicaid is alerting residents about current Medicaid renewal scams that are targeting program clients.…

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Fewer Wyoming Resident Deaths, Births Recorded in 2022

March 14, 2023

Fewer deaths, births, marriages and divorces were recorded among Wyoming residents in 2022 compared to the previous year according to official records held by Vital…

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Wyoming Medicaid Restarting Client Renewals

March 2, 2023

After a pandemic-related pause of roughly three years, Wyoming Medicaid, which is part of the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), is restarting its annual renewal…

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Key Roles Filled for WDH Healthcare Financing Division

January 18, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is announcing the selection of candidates to fill two key leadership positions with the department’s Medicaid and related programs.…

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Is Radon a Concern for Your Home?

January 10, 2023

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) wants families across the state to consider testing their homes for radon to find out whether a potentially dangerous…

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Interactive Learning Available for Older Adults this Winter

December 12, 2022

A slate of free interactive online programming, supported by the Wyoming Department of Health and designed to increase activity and wellness among older Wyoming adults,…

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