Fargo Cass Public Health

will recognize the start of National Public Health Week, April 3-9, by hosting a Spring Open House on Monday, April 3 from 3 pm – 7 pm. The theme for National Public Health Week is “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health.” The Spring Open House will take place at the main FCPH building, located at 1240 25th St S, Fargo. Activities, snacks, and an opportunity for door prizes will be available and all ages are welcome.

Public health impacts all areas of our society. By focusing on the health of the entire population, public health works to prevent disease and injury, promote wellness and healthy lifestyles, and protects community health. FCPH is excited to be a part of National Public Health Week 2023 by sharing program information and resources with the community, offering physical activity experiences and providing preventive screening opportunities. “National Public Health Week allows us to highlight the many functions of public health locally, and how we align with national public health efforts,” says Desi Fleming, Director of FCPH.

View the full news release here: https://fargond.gov/news-events/city-news-room

Get details about the Spring Open House here: https://fb.me/e/15nOx1wfu

Week 5: Make tasty foods at home.

Thanks to the amazing team at TrueNorth Steel in West Fargo for hosting Opioid Overdose Response & Narcan Administration training today! They also have Narcan onsite. You can save a life, too- call 701.241.1341 to request free training & .

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Week 4: Eat a variety of foods from all food groups.

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Week 3: Stay nourished and save money.

Happy 15th Anniversary to the Gladys Ray Shelter!

On this day we celebrate 15 years of serving our FM community. We couldn't do it without the support of all of you. We would also like to thank the staff and volunteers of Gladys Ray Shelter you are the heart that keeps us going! ♥️

Monitoring is an important way to reduce your child's chances of using alcohol and drugs. ParentsLead.org has tips for how to monitor your child: parentslead.org/parents/monitor/monitoring

Does the thought of a long plane ride make you nervous because you won’t be able to smoke for several hours? is here to help you quit so you can travel stress-free. Visit us online to learn more! http://ow.ly/iYSw50N2aFV

Learn more about all of the offered trainings: https://bit.ly/3UIFinL

This awesome group of future nurses recently trained on opioid overdose response & administration & learned about ’s Center. Thanks to NDSU’s Community & Public Health Nursing class for hosting us!

Week 2: See a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Have too many eggs now that you have backyard chickens? Here’s how to collect, clean, and store them.


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Week 1: Eat with the environment in mind.

Did you know March is National Nutrition Month? The theme for 2023 is Fuel for the Future.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics puts together messages to focus on for the different weeks! Stay tuned for the messages all month long.



https://www.eatright.org/national-nutrition-month-2023

All City of Fargo offices, including , will be closed today, Wednesday, March 1.

‼️ UPDATE ‼️

Due to winter weather conditions and forecasted heavy snowfalls, Dr. Tim Mahoney has declared an emergency to enact a closure of all non-emergency City offices for Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

Snow plowing services will continue and public safety agencies will be in full operation to protect and serve the residents of Fargo.

All Fargo City Hall departments will be closed on Wednesday, including all three Fargo Public Library locations. The Fargodome administrative offices and ticket office will be closed will be closed as well.

Fargo Cass Public Health will be closed on Wednesday; this includes all services.

MATBUS will be starting all services late at 12 p.m. The Ground Transportation Center (GTC) at 502 NP Avenue in Fargo will open at 12 p.m. Due to NDSU classes being cancelled, Routes 31, 32, 33, 34, 36 and the NDSU TapRide service will not be in service. MATBUS staff will continue to monitor developing weather conditions.

Residential trash and recycling collection will occur as planned on Wednesday; however, collections may be slightly delayed. The Fargo Sanitary Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility will both be open.

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Due to weather conditions, City of Fargo offices (including City Hall and the Fargo Fire Department lobby) will open at 10 a.m.

Clinic services at Fargo Cass Public Health will begin at 10 a.m.

The Ground Transportation Center (GTC) in will open at 9 a.m. with the first matbus routes beginning at 9:15 a.m. There will be no service on routes 31, 32, 33, 34, 36 and NDSU TapRide. The Industrial Park TapRide will start at 9 a.m.

All Fargo Public Library branches will open at 11 a.m.

Garbage and recycling collection will occur on schedule, however; depending on road conditions, there may be delays in pickup times. Residents scheduled to have their garbage picked up are encouraged to place their bins on the boulevard by 8 a.m. to ensure prompt pick-up. The Fargo Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste Facility will be open at regular hours.

Be a good example. Your child will absorb your attitudes and behaviors. Learn more about how to role model at ParentsLead.org: parentslead.org/parents/role-model

Please note The City of Fargo - Government facilities, including , will open at 10 am due to winter weather conditions.

‼️ UPDATE ‼️

Due to winter weather conditions and forecasted heavy snowfalls, Dr. Tim Mahoney has declared an emergency to enact a closure of all non-emergency City offices for Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

Snow plowing services will continue and public safety agencies will be in full operation to protect and serve the residents of Fargo.

All Fargo City Hall departments will be closed on Wednesday, including all three Fargo Public Library locations. The Fargodome administrative offices and ticket office will be closed will be closed as well.

Fargo Cass Public Health will be closed on Wednesday; this includes all services.

MATBUS will be starting all services late at 12 p.m. The Ground Transportation Center (GTC) at 502 NP Avenue in Fargo will open at 12 p.m. Due to NDSU classes being cancelled, Routes 31, 32, 33, 34, 36 and the NDSU TapRide service will not be in service. MATBUS staff will continue to monitor developing weather conditions.

Residential trash and recycling collection will occur as planned on Wednesday; however, collections may be slightly delayed. The Fargo Sanitary Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility will both be open.

Original post:

Due to weather conditions, City of Fargo offices (including City Hall and the Fargo Fire Department lobby) will open at 10 a.m.

Clinic services at Fargo Cass Public Health will begin at 10 a.m.

The Ground Transportation Center (GTC) in will open at 9 a.m. with the first matbus routes beginning at 9:15 a.m. There will be no service on routes 31, 32, 33, 34, 36 and NDSU TapRide. The Industrial Park TapRide will start at 9 a.m.

All Fargo Public Library branches will open at 11 a.m.

Garbage and recycling collection will occur on schedule, however; depending on road conditions, there may be delays in pickup times. Residents scheduled to have their garbage picked up are encouraged to place their bins on the boulevard by 8 a.m. to ensure prompt pick-up. The Fargo Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste Facility will be open at regular hours.

Misinformation has caused confusion and led people to reject public health measures & decline COVID-19 vaccines. Clear up misinformation by talking with a trusted source- our staff at the Center. Visit fargocasspublichealth.org/harmreduction for location & hours.

Good nutrition is essential for everyone, and the optimal first food for infants is breast milk. Fuel for the Future - eatright.org/national-nutrition-month

Drinking any kind of alcohol increases a person’s risk of getting 6 types of cancer. If you drink alcohol, lower your cancer risk by drinking less. Learn more from the National Cancer Institute: http://ow.ly/71E150N2vTZ

Your influence on your kids is more dependent on a trusting relationship than how much authority you have over them. To build a trusting relationship, be present & provide consistent, ongoing support & encouragement. Learn more: parentslead.org/parents/support

Need mental health help but don’t know where to start? Use the Mental Health Program Directory to search for services to meet your needs.

People often don’t get the mental health help they need because they don’t know where to start. The Mental Health Program Directory provides a single place for North Dakota citizens to search for mental health services that meet their needs.

The directory allows users to:

👉 Search by location and other details.
👉 View program information, including program name, address, and phone number.

Find a program today:
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The to***co industry pays close attention to what people under age 21 like and designs their products accordingly.

Drink Less, Be Your Best: Guilty

Choosing to drink less alcohol can help you be your best, including not waking up feeling guilty. Check your drinking, make a plan, learn the facts & find out why less is more at: https://www.cdc.gov/drinklessbeyourbest/ https://youtu.be/KVvsziaRihg

Drink Less, Be Your Best: Guilty Drinking less alcohol can change your whole day—and the next day, and the next. Family and friends grow closer. Workouts get stronger. Meetings become more p...

The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act was signed into law in December 2022. This new legislation expands return to work support for nearly all breastfeeding employees.

Did you know that different chicken breeds produce different amounts of eggs? Check it out!



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Thanks to our awesome neighbors at The Arbors at McCormick Park for getting trained on opioid overdose response & administration today & having Narcan onsite. You can save a life, too- request free training & Narcan by calling 701.241.1341.

The Cass Clay Food Partners is hosting a new coffee conversation! Enjoy a warm beverage and join in on Tuesday, February 28! ☕️

New year, new events! Join Food Commissioner Arlette Preston at the first Coffee with the Food Commission event. This is an informal conversation around food system topics that are on your mind. Bring questions and interests and join anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

📣 Alcohol compliance checks were performed across Cass County on February 16. In total, 11 businesses were checked and 9 passed, resulting in an 81% compliance rate.

appreciates the cooperation of the business communities across Cass County. Several times per year, FCPH partners with local law enforcement agencies to carry out to***co compliance checks in Fargo, West Fargo, and Cass County. The intent of the checks is to ensure alcohol retailers are not selling any alcohol to minors. Licensed alcohol retailers are encouraged to periodically review City Ordinances and state laws related to sale of alcohol and to include this important information in training for new employees.

Cass County businesses that failed:

• Old 10 Saloon – 407 Main St, Buffalo – Second fail in one year
• Veteran’s Club – 814 Front St, Casselton – Second fail in one year

Cass County penalties:
• An alcohol compliance failure in Cass County is considered an infraction, the penalty is imposed by the court, and the entity who signs their liquor license is notified.

The news release can also be found online: https://fargond.gov/news-events/city-news-room/post-detail?id=63f798dfc7c1dd675db9c99e

Please note City of Fargo offices, including , will open at 10 am this morning.

Due to the forecasted weather conditions, City of Fargo offices (including City Hall and the Fargo Fire Department lobby) will open at 10 a.m.

Clinic services at Fargo Cass Public Health will begin at 10 a.m.

The Ground Transportation Center in will open at 10 a.m. with the first matbus routes beginning at 10:15 a.m. There will be no service on routes 31, 32, 33, 34, 36 and NDSU TapRide. The Industrial Park TapRide will start at 10 a.m.

All Fargo Public Library branches will open at 11 a.m.

Garbage and recycling collection will occur on schedule, however; depending on road conditions, there may be delays in pickup times. Residents scheduled to have their garbage picked up are encouraged to place their bins on the boulevard by 8 a.m. to ensure prompt pick-up. The Fargo Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste Facility will be open at 10 a.m.

Today is the Great American Spit Out, a great day to quit smokeless to***co products 👍 Smokeless does not equal safer: it causes cancers of the mouth, tongue, esophagus, cheeks, and gums, as well as mouth diseases, and increases the risk of heart disease. has resources to help you quit: http://ow.ly/FWjv50MKUb0

Studies show that regularly sleeping too little ups the risk of high blood pressure. Following a bedtime routine that allows for 7 to 9 hours of sleep is important for heart health. Share how you’re showing your heart more love this using . The Heart Truth www.nhlbi.nih.gov/heartmonth

📣 encourages residents to ditch the dip and quit the use of smokeless to***co during ‘Through with Chew Week’, Feb. 19 - 25. Additionally, smokeless to***co users are encouraged to make the Great American Spit Out, Feb. 23, their designated quit date. Setting a quit date greatly improves a to***co user’s chance at success.

“Quitting to***co is a process but we’re here to help. Today is the perfect time to take your first step to kick dip, snus, or chew to the curb. Quitting smokeless to***co now reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease, birth defects, and even death,” said Annabel DuFault, FCPH To***co Prevention Coordinator. “Our goal during ‘Through with Chew Week’ is two-fold: educate the community about the dangers of smokeless to***co and provide those who want to quit with the resources and support to do so successfully.”

Chewing to***co is not a safe alternative to other forms of to***co. On average, chew products deliver a higher dose of ni****ne than ci******es, making the product very addictive. Smokeless to***co contains at least 28 dangerous chemicals that have been found to cause cancer in the mouth, esophagus, and pancreas. Additionally, smokeless to***co can cause gum disease, heart disease, and mouth sores. “Through with Chew Week” is a great opportunity to take action against to***co use, the leading cause of preventable death and disease in North Dakota.

The most effective way to quit any to***co use is to make a quit plan. FCPH can help by providing resources and support to those who are ready to quit. In addition, the statewide to***co cessation program, NDQuits, offers free support and coaching through phone and web programs.

Quick facts:
• To learn about local to***co prevention and cessation resources, call 701.241.8576.
• For additional help with quitting smokeless to***co, visit https://ndquits.health.nd.gov/.

The news release is also available online: https://fargond.gov/news-events/city-news-room/post-detail?id=63f50ee53fda3b53c3b841f7