Steele County Public Health, North Dakota

11/05/2025

Such a great first episode from our friends over at parentslead.org

Can't wait to keep listening for all things parenting!

11/03/2025

We’re in Hope till 6:30 at the Senior Center!! 💉💉

11/02/2025

Opioid overdoses affect families and communities everywhere -- including ours. The good news is that overdoses are preventable, and recovery is possible.

✅Know the signs: slow or stopped breathing, blue lips or fingertips, unresponsiveness.
✅Carry naloxone (Narcan): it can reverse an overdose and save a life.
✅Reach out for help: treatment and supportive services are available - no one has to face addiction alone.

Together, we can reduce stigma, spread hope, and save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for support.

11/01/2025

Stress looks different for kids — sometimes it’s tears, silence, or acting out. 💭

Remind them: “It’s okay to feel this way.” Then help them name their feelings and find healthy ways to cope. 💛

Some strategies to try:

Take slow, deep breaths together 🌬️
Go for a short walk or get outside for fresh air 🌳
Draw, journal, or listen to calming music 🎨🎵
Break tasks into smaller steps to make them more manageable ✅
Teaching children to recognize and manage stress early helps them build resilience and confidence for the future.

For more tips on supporting healthy stress levels in kids, check out this resource from Parents Lead: http://bit.ly/3WBywn4

10/31/2025

Bigger, Stronger, Cheaper: The e-cig market continues to evolve, along with policy needs to regulate flavors and retail sales.

Steele County Public Health works consistently and diligently with other Public Health partners to "get ahead" of Big To***co to create policies that will keep our residents safe.

How can you help? Stay informed. Talk to your kids about sneaky marketing. Write a letter to your representatives. IT ALL MATTERS.

10/31/2025

On Halloween day/night, MANY distractions are present! 🎃

Keep your attention on the road and dig through your kids' candy bags for the Reese's once you're in for the night! 😉

10/30/2025

⚠️ Federal Government Shutdown Update: SNAP Benefits ⚠️

In the event of a federal shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits may be affected. We understand how concerning this can be for individuals and families who rely on these vital resources.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, North Dakota has state and local resources available to help during this time.

👉 Find up-to-date information, available support and ways to help here:
ndresponse.gov/shutdownresources

Please share this post to help spread awareness and ensure our community stays informed. 💛

10/30/2025

⭐️ R E M I N D E R ⭐️

We will be in Hope on Monday evening for an immunization clinic! We will have Flu and COVID vaccines available.

See you then!

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10/30/2025

🎃 Trick or Truth?

Some signs can trick you into thinking someone’s okay. But slowed breathing, pinpoint pupils, and unresponsiveness are true signs of an opioid emergency.

Recognizing them quickly can make all the difference.
Swipe to see why these signs matter – and be ready to respond with NARCAN® Nasal Spray.

Steele County Public Health has Narcan Nasal Spray available for all residents, free of charge, and training available.

10/29/2025

🎃 Keep Halloween fun and safe! 👻

Know where your kids are, who they’re with, and what they’re doing. ✅

Set clear expectations, stay involved, and guide with trust. 💙

More tips: https://www.parentslead.org/monitoring

10/28/2025

Look for some of these activities coming home from school with your kiddos, or check out the site to access all the other great resources parentslead.org has to offer! 🎃

🎃 Free Halloween Printables for Kids! 👻

Looking for some fun and free! Halloween activities? We’ve got you covered!
Download and print these spooktacular games right from our website:

🕵️Halloween Scavenger Hunt – Send kids around the neighborhood or house to get ready for Halloween fun!
🧩 What’s Different? – Spot the 9 spooky differences between two pictures!
🎨 Pumpkin Faces – Draw a pumpkin face that matches each feeling!

Perfect for home, classrooms, or parties — and best of all, they’re completely free to download! 🍬✨

👉 Visit www.parentslead.org/activities/seasonal to get your Halloween printables today!

10/28/2025

🍠🍗🍞 If you are in need of a Thanksgiving Meal Box, please reach out to our wonderful food pantry!

If anyone is in need of a Thanksgiving Meal Box, here is the info on how to request a box! Deadline to request a box is November 7th