Sargent County District Health Unit

12/02/2025

Here is a super fun calendar to do with your kiddos this holiday season!! Download it today and see how many days you can complete together!

Bring your family closer this season with our free 30-Day Holiday Calendar full of simple, meaningful activities. ✨Each day includes a simple idea—like making homemade decorations, reading a holiday story, baking together, or having a Christmas scavenger hunt.

👉 Download it here:https://behavioralhealth.x-shops.com/files/attachments/55/30DayHolidayCalendar.pdf

11/26/2025

Reminder:
We will be CLOSED Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

11/26/2025

SCDHU will be opening at
11:00 A.M. today (November 26th).

11/25/2025

11/24/2025

Feeling a little frazzled lately? ✨ This 1-minute moment from Parenting Unfiltered is your reminder to slow down, breathe and reset.
Dr. Shauna Eberhardt shares how small steps, like winding down at night, can support healthier habits for the whole family.
No pressure. No perfection. Just progress.
🎧 Watch the full episode: https://bit.ly/47yAhq8

11/24/2025

Hear what team members across LOVE about their work! 🤩

Visit https://sargentcountyhealth.com/ to learn more!

North Dakota Public Health - Building Healthy Communities

11/13/2025

‼️Sargent County District Health Unit Staff will be out of the office on Friday, November 14th.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, November 17th.

11/10/2025

Our office is CLOSED on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday, November 12th.

11/06/2025

🌟Leader Spotlight | Introducing RLND Class XI
We are excited to introduce the newest cohort of Rural Leadership North Dakota, a group of remarkable individuals committed to growing, leading, and strengthening communities across our state.
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Hello everyone! I am Briana Spellerberg, and I am honored to be part of Rural Leadership North Dakota Class XI.

My work is driven by a passion for supporting rural North Dakota communities and addressing the challenges and opportunities that exist where healthcare and agriculture intersect. I grew up in Milnor, North Dakota, and now have the privilege of serving my home county as the Director of Nursing for the Sargent County District Health Unit (SCDHU). Over the past eight years, this role has allowed me to strengthen public health systems, collaborate with local partners, and build a strong network across the state.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Jamestown and advanced my leadership skills through the North Dakota Public Health Leadership Academy. I also trained as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), fulfilling a goal I had since high school. My commitment to rural health extends through my service on the Lidgerwood Rural Ambulance Service District Board, the Lidgerwood/Hankinson Clinic Board, and the Expanding Access and Connection Goal Group of the Multi-Partner Health Collaborative.

Outside of work, I enjoy staying active in the communities where I live and serve through organizations such as Milnor Lutheran Church and Dakota Estates. My background in agriculture and my healthcare experience led me to become a Stop the Bleed trainer, empowering others to respond effectively in emergencies.

My husband, Brandon, and I live on our family’s row-crop farm outside of Lidgerwood with our two children. Together, we also maintain a small cattle herd and enjoy the rhythm of rural life.

✨ Fun Facts about Briana
1. During nursing school, I spent three weeks in Africa, immersing myself in the culture and local healthcare—and even experiencing an unforgettable safari.
2. My small herd of cows started with a single bottle calf that I brought home in a dog crate in the back of my pickup.
3. I love showing hospitality to friends and family, a tradition I proudly carry on from my Grandma Polly.

11/02/2025

Thanks to a commitment from Gov. Kelly Armstrong, North Dakota WIC will continue serving families through November, even if the federal shutdown extends past Oct. 31.

WIC supports women, infants & children under five with nutritious food, nutrition & breastfeeding education and referrals to other local services. Learn more & apply: hhs.nd.gov/food-programs/WIC

11/02/2025

Bats are migrating and looking for shelter this time of year. These helpful insect eaters are vital to the ecosystem but can also carry rabies. If you or a family member encounter a bat, avoid touching it. Keep pets away. Call your local health department or health care provider if you have direct contact with one. See tips from CDC on what to do www.cdc.gov/rabies/prevention/bats.html

10/31/2025

🎃❤️ Happy Halloween & Red Ribbon Week! ❤️🎃
This week we’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week — a time to make healthy choices and stay drug-free — and today we’re doing it in spook-tacular style! 👻





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