Fargo Cass Public Health

11/22/2025

👏 Congratulations to the Jeremiah Program, Fargo-Moorhead, on becoming an Workplace! 💕👶

Your commitment to supporting employees and their families beautifully aligns with your mission to disrupt the cycle of poverty for single mothers and their children. By creating a workplace that honors the needs of new parents, you continue empowering mothers to pursue their goals while building brighter futures for the next generation.

is proud to recognize your dedication! 🌟

11/20/2025

We are truly grateful for the support, encouragement and kind words of community members like Board of Health member Jayme Steig ❤

Jayme Steig writes about her time on the board at Fargo Cass Public Health.

11/20/2025

Kids 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 a little struggle to build resilience — and knowing when to step back is one of the hardest parts of parenting. 💛
On this week’s 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 podcast, guest Janet reminds us that frustration, tears, and trying again aren’t signs of failure… they’re part of learning. 🌱

🔗Watch the full conversation here: https://bit.ly/4hUVGP8

11/20/2025

Today is the ! Our very own Abby was at West Acres yesterday, and our team is here at today, ready to help anyone interested in learning about options and resources for quitting to***co or ni****ne.

Today's Turn-in event runs until 4:30 pm at our main building, 1240 25th St S, Fargo.
Check out our Facebook event for details: https://www.facebook.com/share/17sxiRmqYJ/

11/19/2025

Many parents know is healthy, but did you know it also helps 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗦? 💕👶

🌟 Babies who receive breast milk—even for just 2 months—have a much lower risk of SIDS.
🌟 The protection increases with exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months or longer.
🌟 Any amount of breast milk offers benefits, so parents can feel confident knowing every drop counts.

Breastfeeding may protect against SIDS by helping babies wake more easily during sleep and by providing immune support during a vulnerable period of development.

Together with safe sleep practices, breastfeeding is a powerful way to keep babies safe. 🌙✨

11/19/2025

Through our recent partnership to help deliver supplies to local food pantries for distribution, we discovered we could also help in making sure back packs filled with meals are delivered to area schools. This important work by is led by Great Plains Food Bank and we appreciate playing a small part!

About the BackPack Program:

Through partnerships with nearly 100 elementary, middle, and high schools across North Dakota and Clay County, MN, children are provided with a discreet, easy-to-carry bag of kid-friendly food to take home each Friday. These bags typically include items such as shelf-stable milk, protein-rich foods, whole grains, and simple meals which gives children reliable access to food when other resources may be limited. School staff help identify students who may be facing food insecurity. Participation is confidential, and bags are typically placed directly in students’ backpacks so they can take them home without stigma.

For many children, this small bag of food means returning to school on Monday ready to learn.

Learn more about this important program here: https://greatplainsfoodbank.org/our-work/feed-kids/backpack-program/

11/18/2025

📣 News release: is encouraging both smokers and individuals who use va**ng devices to quit the use of those products in recognition of the Great American Smokeout (GASO). The Great American Smokeout, November 20, 2025, is a nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging individuals who use to***co and ni****ne products to begin their quitting journey.

For the 2025 GASO, FCPH will host two ‘Turn-In’ events. These events are opportunities for individuals to bring to***co or ni****ne products to a specified location, turn them in to FCPH staff and complete a quitting readiness assessment. ‘Turn-In’ events will take place on Wednesday, November 19, noon to 7:00 p.m., at West Acres Mall in the Food Court area, and on Thursday, November 20, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Fargo Cass Public Health.

"We’re here to help you take that first step toward quitting”, says Doreen Odera, To***co Prevention Coordinator for FCPH. “Our Break Away from Ni****ne program is tailored to each individual and customized to fit their needs because we know every quitting journey looks different. Even if someone isn’t ready to quit, we would welcome an opportunity to talk about what their path might look like."

Every year, around 1,000 North Dakotans die from commercial to***co use. Quitting commercial to***co and ni****ne is one of the best steps for improving health, reducing the risk of respiratory diseases like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, cancer, heart disease and diabetes. In addition to the negative physical health effects of to***co use, ni****ne impacts mental health by altering chemicals in the brain, which can impact emotional regulation and mood.

Additional details and information are available in our full news release, located here: https://fargond.gov/news-events/city-news-releases/post-detail?id=691ca0c979b280ed530567b8

11/18/2025

Gratitude is more than a simple thank-you. It’s a practice that can shift perspective, ease stress and strengthen emotional resilience. Research shows that regularly reflecting on what we appreciate supports mental health by boosting positive emotions, improving relationships, and enhancing overall life satisfaction.

Check out the great resources on our CredibleMind platform: https://southeastnd.crediblemind.com/topics/gratitude?query=

11/17/2025

News release: Alcohol compliance checks were performed in West Fargo on Monday, November 10, 2025. In total, 13 businesses were checked and 8 passed, resulting in a 62% compliance rate.

Fargo Cass Public Health (FCPH) appreciates the cooperation of the business communities across Cass County. Several times per year, FCPH partners with local law enforcement agencies to carry out alcohol 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 the sale of alcohol and to include this important information in training for new employees.

West Fargo businesses that failed:
• Ace Beer & Liquors - 102 Main Avenue East – Second failure in one year
• Top Shelf Tavern – 2920 Sheyenne Street – First failure in one year
• Smoke & Iron – 611 32nd Avenue West – First failure in one year
• Hooligans – 509 32nd Avenue West – First failure in one year
• Hornbacher’s Wine & Spirits – 2050 Sheyenne Street West – First failure in one year

Additional information is available in the full news release, located here: https://fargond.gov/news-events/city-news-releases/post-detail?id=691b341f79b280ed53add6ed

11/14/2025

We welcome opportunities to come together and support our ❤️ Today, our Emergency Preparedness & Response team partnered with the Great Plains Food Bank to assist with the distribution of supplies to area food pantries. Thank you, Great Plains Food Bank, for the critical work you're doing!👍

Food bank information is available here: https://greatplainsfoodbank.org/get-help/partner-food-pantries/

11/14/2025

We LOVE this post from our friends at parentslead.org!!