New Hampshire DHHS News

Dinosaur-Shaped Chicken Nugget Recall Due to Lead Contamination

NH DHHS issued a public health alert advising consumers who purchased frozen dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets (Great Value brand, 29-oz bags) at New Hampshire Walmart locations not to consume the product due to unsafe lead levels. The affected product has Best If Used By date of FEB 10, 2027, lot code 0416DPO1215, and establishment number P44164. NH DHHS recommends disposing of the product or returning it to the place of purchase.

New Hampshire Awarded Over $204 Million for Rural Health Transformation

The State of New Hampshire has been awarded over $204 million by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for the Rural Health Transformation Program in 2026. This funding aims to strengthen rural healthcare access, quality, and sustainability over a five-year period.

Consumer Alert: Phishing Scam Targeting SNAP Participants

The New Hampshire Department of Justice and Department of Health and Human Services issued a consumer alert warning Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants about a phishing scam. Participants are receiving fraudulent calls, texts, and emails attempting to solicit personal information.

Infant formula recalled due to botulism risk

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is alerting consumers about a voluntary recall of all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products due to a risk of infant botulism. The company has expanded the recall to include all unexpired lots of formula cans and single-serve sticks.

DHHS Announces Full SNAP Benefits for November

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced that full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be available for November. This notice confirms federal funding has been secured, and payments are being processed for EBT card distribution.

New Hampshire Secures Federal Funding for WIC Benefits Through November

The State of New Hampshire has received additional federal funding to sustain WIC benefits and services through November 2025, mitigating disruptions caused by a federal government shutdown. This funding ensures continued access to food benefits, nutrition education, and other vital services for approximately 13,000 WIC participants.