State Health

Minnesota Department of Health: Groundwater Awareness Week Guidance

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a news release for Groundwater Awareness Week, urging private well owners to test their water annually for contaminants like nitrate, coliform bacteria, arsenic, lead, and manganese. The release highlights specific testing recommendations and available resources, particularly for residents in southeast Minnesota.

Minnesota Uninsured Rate Rises Sharply

The Minnesota Department of Health released data showing the state's uninsured rate increased from 3.8% in 2023 to 5.8% in 2025, the highest in six years. This rise is attributed to a decrease in public coverage and affects all demographic groups, with notable disparities for Hispanic, Black, and American Indian Minnesotans.

Minnesota Department of Health Encourages Blood Pressure Monitoring

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is encouraging residents to monitor their blood pressure regularly, particularly during American Heart Month. The notice highlights the risks of high blood pressure and provides guidance on self-measured blood pressure monitoring.

Salmonella Cases Linked to Dietary Supplement

The Minnesota Department of Health issued a notice warning consumers not to consume Live it Up Super Greens dietary supplement due to a link to Salmonella infections. The product is being voluntarily recalled by the company.

Wyoming Health Department Warns of Whooping Cough Spread

The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) has issued a notice regarding the ongoing spread of pertussis (whooping cough) across the state. Officials are concerned about the high number of cases reported in 2025 and early 2026, particularly in Fremont County, and are urging residents to stay up-to-date on vaccinations.

Wyoming Child's Death Highlights Influenza Seriousness

The Wyoming Department of Health issued a notice highlighting the seriousness of influenza, particularly the H3N2 virus, following the death of a child. The notice emphasizes the importance of annual flu vaccination and preventative measures.

Wyoming Offers Free Radon Test Kits During National Radon Action Month

The Wyoming Department of Health is offering free radon test kits to residents during National Radon Action Month in January 2026. The initiative aims to raise awareness about radon's health risks, primarily lung cancer, and encourage home testing.

Wyoming Confirms Measles Case in Park County

The Wyoming Department of Health has confirmed a case of measles in a Park County resident. The individual was fully vaccinated but had extensive exposure abroad. The department is notifying potentially exposed individuals and reminding residents to stay up to date on MMR vaccines.

Wyoming Measles Cases Update

The Wyoming Department of Health reported five new measles cases in Fremont County, bringing the state's total for 2025 to fourteen. The cases are linked to out-of-state exposure and involve unvaccinated adults and children. The department is advising residents to ensure they are up-to-date on MMR vaccinations.

Vermont Health Department Confirms Measles Case

The Vermont Department of Health has confirmed a case of measles in the state, issuing a news release on February 12, 2026. This notice serves to inform the public and healthcare providers about the confirmed case and related public health information.