Foundation for a Healthy North Dakota

11/03/2025

Stress affects all of us at different times and for different reasons, and its impacts can range from an uncomfortable nuisance to a full mental health crisis. With mounting financial and economic stressors affecting many families across our state right now, we encourage folks to check out ND Health and Human Services for a list of statewide and national mental health resources that can offer support:

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10/31/2025

Mary, our coalition health director, and Sandy, our executive director, had a great time at the North Dakota Medical Association Annual Meeting earlier this month! They're pictured here with Dr. Jenkins, the dean of the University of North Dakota Medical school, and Dr. Klein, a retired doctor from Mandan.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to chat with us!

10/23/2025

Medical experts say 40-45 are the magical years to begin getting annual mammograms, but it's never too early to start doing self-exams at home — especially if you have family history of breast cancer. Reach out to your doctor right away if you feel anything new or suspicious! Learn more: bit.ly/4envgTF

10/22/2025

Encouraging picky eaters to try healthier foods can be a challenge for parents. If that sounds like your kids, try these tips from MyPlate.gov!

10/20/2025

North Dakota has a proud tradition of communities coming together to protect each other's health and freedom. Wellness vaccines empower us to live our fullest lives by training our immune systems to prevent illnesses before they start. From protecting our children against measles to preventing certain cancers through HPV immunization, these health tools help ensure we can enjoy uninterrupted time with loved ones in our homes, schools, and communities. When we prioritize preventative care, we all thrive together!

Learn more about how wellness vaccines support healthy, fulfilling lives across our state: https://www.foundationnd.org/wellness-vaccines

10/17/2025

“We want children to have a dental home where they can learn about oral health and have the potential [for] a cavity-free life.”

Dr. Tegwyn Brickhouse is Mystic Smiles’ in-house pediatric dentist. The Bismarck clinic, which opened this past summer, provides specialized pediatric dental care to patients 13 years of age and younger, doing everything from preventive care and cleanings to pediatric fillings, crowns and extractions. They accept Medicaid and also offer a sliding scale fee.

Join us in celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month by sharing this resource with folks in your network who could benefit!

New nonprofit clinic is working to close the dental care gap in North Dakota

10/16/2025

📣 Upcoming Webinar Alert! 📣

Join CIRE on October 23rd from 12-1 pm CT for an important conversation: Vaccine Communication in an Age of Polarization. Learn from presenter Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD and explore strategies to build trust.

What you need to know:
When: October 23rd, 12-1 pm CT
Topic: Strategies for effective vaccine communication
Bonus: Continuing medical and pharmacy education credits are available!

Everyone is welcome!
Learn more and register:

Vaccine Communication in an Age of Polarization Live webinar on October 23, 2025 Presented by: Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD Register now! ✓ Continuing Medical Education ✓ Continuing Pharmacy Education Event Description Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant barrier to public health, shaped by bo...

10/14/2025

To understand what's most important to a community, you have to go out into the community and ask questions. To help us better serve North Dakotans, we traveled to different cities across the state to learn from our neighbors what community wellness means to them. Here's what Sister Kathleen Atkinson, executive director and founder of Ministry on the Margins, had to say.

10/10/2025

We've had such a good time out in the community recently! Thanks to everyone who came out to meet and visit with us!

10/10/2025

If you missed our recent webinar with Dr. Marasinghe, you're in luck! We've got it for you right here. Check it out for essential information about measles symptoms and prevention, specifically catered to parents and caregivers.

10/06/2025

Tomorrow! Join us for a free educational webinar with Dr. Stephanie Hanson on preventing and managing respiratory illnesses this cold and flu season. Sign up: bit.ly/3IhX017

10/03/2025

Our state-wide coalition brings local communities together to build better health outcomes for North Dakotans. By signing up for our newsletters and org updates, you'll get connected with others who want to see a vibrant future for everyone who calls our great state home! Sign up at foundationnd.org/subscribe.