Western Plains Public Health

07/29/2025

Sweet Briar Dam is currently under a warning. Please check out the Advisories and Warnings before you go!

Check for HABs Advisories and Warnings at tinyurl.com/WMP-HABs before you head out on the water and when in doubt, stay out!

07/29/2025

🎶 Women’s Way was proud to be part of Bluegrass Goes Pink this weekend!

The music was fantastic, the conversations were meaningful, and the energy was inspiring. 🤩

Thank you to everyone who stopped by...what a great day to connect and raise awareness together! 🩷

07/28/2025

Self-care isn’t just a luxury, it’s essential. Taking time for yourself helps improve both your physical and mental health, reduces stress, and boosts your energy. Even small daily acts can make a big difference.

If you ever need someone to talk to, remember the 988 Su***de & Lifeline is here 24/7 ...not just for crisis, but for emotional support anytime. Call 988 or chat anytime at 988lifeline.org/chat.

You’re never alone. 💙

07/28/2025

🧪 STI Testing Matters & We’re Here for You!

Western Plains Public Health offers a range of confidential STI testing services by appointment. Some individuals may even qualify for free or low-cost testing.

Your health is important. Take the step to protect it.

📞 Call us today at 701.667.3370
🌐 Learn more: westernplainsph.org

07/28/2025

🎧 New Episode! Public Health Matters – Episode 2 Available Beginning Aug. 1!

Backpacks, Bedtimes & Breakfasts: A Family's Guide to Back-to-School Health with our special guest, Kate Gartner!

Back-to-school season doesn’t have to be stressful! This episode is packed with quick, real-life tips to help your family start the school year feeling calm, confident, and ready to go...from bedtime routines to lunch prep and emotional check-ins.

💙 Public health helps keep kids healthy and ready to learn. Public Health MATTERS.

📻 Listen on 102.5 FM
🎙 Fridays at 9 AM | Sundays at 4 PM
🌐 Stream at radioaccess.org/public-health-matters (part of Dakota Media Access) or wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

07/28/2025

*********HAPPENING TODAY! ***********

📚 Help Keep Your Kids Healthy This School Year!
Western Plains Public Health is here to help your child get ready for a great start! 🚌✨
If your child still needs vaccines, stop by one of our Back-to-School Walk-In Clinics in Mandan — no appointment needed!
🗓 Clinic Dates (Mondays 1:00–5:30 PM CT):
✔️ July 21
✔️ July 28
✔️ August 4
✔️ August 11
✔️ August 18
✔️ August 25
🎒 Kids who come can grab free school supplies, enjoy snacks, and even adopt a toy pet!
💵 We take most insurance. And if you're worried about cost, no problem, there’s a program that offers free vaccines for kids who qualify, and we’re happy to help you figure that out.
📞 Have questions? Call us at 701.667.3370.
❓ Not in Mandan? Contact our other offices for more info on back-to-school
immunizations.
Grant: 701.622.3591
Mercer: 701.873.4433
Let’s help kids stay healthy, safe, and school-ready! 🍎
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📚 ¡Ayuda a mantener a tus hijos saludables este año escolar!
Western Plains Public Health está aquí para ayudarte a preparar a tus hijos para un gran comienzo. 🚌✨
¿Tu hijo(a) aún necesita vacunas para regresar a clases? ¡Visita una de nuestras clínicas sin cita previa en Mandan!
🗓 Fechas de las clínicas (los lunes de 1:00 a 5:30 PM CT):
✔️ 21 de julio
✔️ 28 de julio
✔️ 4 de agosto
✔️ 11 de agosto
✔️ 18 de agosto
✔️ 25 de agosto
🎒 Los niños que asistan podrán recibir útiles escolares gratis, disfrutar de refrigerios ¡y hasta adoptar una mascota de peluche!
💵 Aceptamos la mayoría de los seguros. Y si te preocupa el costo, no te preocupes — existe un programa que ofrece vacunas gratis para niños que califican, y con gusto te ayudaremos a ver si aplicas.
📞 ¿Tienes preguntas? Llámanos al 701.667.3370.
❓ ¿No estás en Mandan? Comunícate con nuestras otras oficinas para más información sobre vacunas escolares:
Grant: 701.622.3591
Mercer: 701.873.4433
¡Trabajemos juntos para que los niños estén sanos, seguros y listos para aprender este año escolar! 🍎

07/28/2025

🎉📚 Back-to-School Block Party! 📚🎉
Join us for a fun-filled evening as we get ready to head back to school!

🗓️ Thursday, August 7
📍 The Dream Center
⏰ 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Bring the whole family for:
🎈 Activities
🎒 School supply giveaways
🎶 Music
🍔 Food
💬 Community resources..and more!

Let’s celebrate the new school year together with fun, friends, and free goodies!

FREE School Supplies at our Back-to-School Block Party!

07/27/2025

📣 Good Neighbor Project – Mandan (July)

Here’s what you need to know this month:
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🕧 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

✅ Returns & New Clients Welcome
– New clients accepted first come, first served starting at 12:30 PM
– Please bring your GNP ID card and bio-bucket with used syringes

🤒 Not feeling well? Please stay home and take care of yourself.
⚠️ Services may change — check Facebook for the latest updates!

07/27/2025

🧠 Your mental health matters.

Every day, over 3,000 people take a mental health screening at MHAscreening.org and get connected with tools, resources, and support.

If you’re feeling off, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself, an online screening is a quick and easy way to check in on your mental health.

Conditions like depression and anxiety are real, common, and treatable...and recovery is possible. 💚

Take a few minutes for yourself today: MHAscreening.org

07/26/2025

👶💚 WIC is here for YOU and your growing family!

Whether you're a mom, dad, grandparent, foster parent, aunt, uncle, or guardian...if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a child under 5, WIC can help.

Get access to:
🥗 Nutritious food
🤱 Breastfeeding support
🏥 Health referrals
…and more!

📅 To learn more visit www.signupwic.com or contact us:
📍 Bismarck: 701.255.3397
📍 Mandan: 701.667.3364

We’re here to support you every step of the way.

07/26/2025

👪 Parents & Guardians: Want help talking to your teen about va**ng?

It’s not always easy to start the conversation, but it’s one of the most important things you can do. 💬

Check out this helpful resource from the CDC for tips, tools, and facts:
👉 cdc.gov/tobacco/e-cigarettes/youth.html

Let’s work together to keep our kids informed and healthy! 💙

07/25/2025

🚫 Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
Even one drink can slow your reaction time and put lives at risk.

If you’re drinking, make a plan:
✅ Designate a sober driver
✅ Use a rideshare or taxi
✅ Stay the night

It’s not worth the risk. Protect yourself and others.
Drive sober or don’t drive at all.