Department Shares “Block Grant” Fraud Alert

August 21, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is warning that fraudulent activity by individuals claiming to represent the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is targeting Wyoming…

Information for Harmful Cyanobacterial Blooms in Wyoming Waters

August 20, 2019

Department Announces Leadership and Organizational Updates

August 9, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is announcing a series of leadership and organizational updates intended to strengthen performance to better serve department clients. WDH…

Public Input Sought on Wyoming Air Ambulance Medicaid Waiver

July 30, 2019

Residents are invited by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to offer their thoughts, ideas and perspectives on a proposed Medicaid waiver plan for Wyoming…

Don’t Bring Home Illnesses from Wyoming’s Summer Events

July 19, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health wants residents to avoid bringing home illnesses from summer’s fun and traditional animal events and exhibits such as fairs, rodeos…

Income Guidelines Updated for WIC Program

July 5, 2019

Nutritious food items plus many other benefits are available for numerous families through the Wyoming WIC Program, which is operated by the Wyoming Department of…

Department Sets Listening Sessions in Gillette, Sundance, Newcastle

June 27, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is inviting local clients, providers and residents to share thoughts and ideas on health-related issues and needs during structured…

Potential Exposure of Local Senior Information Described

June 26, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health recently discovered an incident resulting in the online exposure of Carbon County Senior Services clients’ protected health information. On May…

Swim Safely to Avoid Disease

June 17, 2019

Officials with the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) are warning people about diseases that can be caught when swimming in pools, lakes and other bodies…

West Nile Virus Already Active in Wyoming for 2019

June 10, 2019

West Nile virus may be off to an earlier than usual start in Wyoming this year, with the state’s first case involving a Campbell County…

Radon Poster Contest Winners Named by Health Department

May 22, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is naming this year’s student winners in a poster contest designed to raise awareness about radon and radon testing.…

Emma, Oliver Most Popular Wyoming Newborn Names

May 21, 2019

Emma was again the newborn name Wyoming parents chose most often for girls in 2018 while Oliver was the top selection for boys, according to…

Health Department Sets Listening Sessions in Laramie, Casper

May 17, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is inviting local clients, providers and residents to share their thoughts and ideas on health-related issues and needs during…

Wyoming Organizations Hosting “The Power of Rural” Conference

May 16, 2019

Avoid Ticks to Avoid Diseases They Spread

May 9, 2019

As Wyoming’s warmer days approach, avoiding ticks when spending time outdoors can also mean escaping some potentially serious diseases, according to the Wyoming Department of…

Cluster of Whooping Cough Cases Seen in Campbell County

May 8, 2019

With recently increased cases of pertussis (whooping cough) concentrated in Campbell County, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is encouraging awareness of the disease locally…

Public Input Sought on Wyoming Air Ambulance Service Issues

May 2, 2019

State residents are invited by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to offer their thoughts, ideas and perspectives on air ambulance service online or during…

Department Seeks Mental Health, Substance Use Survey Responses

May 1, 2019

Measles Vaccination Remains Important for Wyoming Residents

April 30, 2019

A Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) official says increased cases of measles in some areas of the United States show why vaccination is important, but…

Casper to Host Community Interpreter International Training

April 25, 2019

The Wyoming Department of Health’s Office of Health Equity is sponsoring a multiday training course in Casper to help healthcare professionals and other Wyoming residents…