Sargent County District Health Unit

03/17/2026

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's essential! 💙 We've put together a simple self-care checklist to help you recharge today. Whether it's drinking more water, stepping out for fresh air, or just taking a moment to breathe, small steps make a big difference.

Which of these will you check off today? Let us know in the comments! 👇

03/16/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice

The SCDHU office will be closed today from 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM for a Staff Development Workshop.

We will resume normal business hours at 3:30 PM.

Thank you for your understanding!

03/01/2026

Technology is part of everyday life, and helping your child build healthy digital habits is more important than ever. You play a key role in guiding how they use technology safely, responsibly and with balance. 📲💻
Find tips and resources to support your family at: https://www.parentslead.org/topics/media-technology

02/28/2026

📢Naloxone (Narcan) is a medication that rapidly reverses an opioid overdose. Anyone has the power to save the life. 🦹

Pick up yours, FREE, at Sargent County District Health Unit!
Or Scan the QR code to order yours and have it delivered to your house for FREE!

02/25/2026

🚨We’re seeing a rise in measles cases across North Dakota.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, so knowing the symptoms and acting quickly is important to protect your family and our community.
Symptoms typically appear 7-14 days after exposure and include:
• High fever (may spike above 104°F)
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Red, watery eyes
• Tiny white spots inside the mouth (Koplik spots)
• A red, blotchy rash that starts on the face and spreads downward

⚠️ A person can spread measles before the rash appears and up to four days after.

❓How Does Measles Spread?
Measles spreads through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can live in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area. It is highly contagious; if one person has it, 90% of the people close to that person who are not immune will also become infected.

🛡️ Prevention
The best way to protect yourself and your family from measles is through vaccination with the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine. Two doses of the MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles.

Follow guidance from ND Health & Human Services - What should I do if I have been exposed to measles?https://www.hhs.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Public%20Health/Immunizations/Measles%20quarantine%20public%20Final.pdf

What to Do If You Suspect Measles ⚠️ If you think you or your child has measles, it is important to:
1. Contact your healthcare provider immediately. Call before going to the doctor's office or emergency room so they can take precautions to prevent spreading the virus.
2. Stay home. Avoid going to work, school, or public places to prevent infecting others.
3. Cover your cough and sneezes. Use a tissue and dispose of it properly.
4. Monitor symptoms. Watch for any worsening of symptoms and seek medical attention if needed.

💉 Check Your Immunization Status The MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine is highly effective and remains the best protection against measles.
You can:
• Check your child’s vaccination record through your provider or patient portal
• Adults can contact their primary care provider • Review records through the North Dakota Immunization Information System (NDIIS) - our staff can assist with this process
• Visit the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services website for official updates and guidance: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/immunizations/measles

Summary Let’s work together to keep our families and communities healthy. Please share to spread awareness — not the virus. 🦠💙

☎️Please call our office with any questions: (701) 724-3725

02/24/2026

What we say behind a screen can hurt just as much as words spoken face-to-face. Cyberbullying can happen anytime, anywhere—and it can impact a child’s emotional and mental well-being.
Help your child understand that kindness, empathy and respect matter in every space—including online.
Encourage them to:
✔ Think before they post
✔ Choose kindness in comments and messages
✔ Speak up or get help if they see bullying
Kindness online starts with conversation at home.
Learn how to protect and support your child:
https://www.parentslead.org/.../bull.../cyberbullying-basics

What we say behind a screen can hurt just as much as words spoken face-to-face. Cyberbullying can happen anytime, anywhere—and it can impact a child’s emotional and mental well-being.

Help your child understand that kindness, empathy and respect matter in every space—including online.

Encourage them to:
✔ Think before they post
✔ Choose kindness in comments and messages
✔ Speak up or get help if they see bullying

Kindness online starts with conversation at home.

Learn how to protect and support your child:
https://www.parentslead.org/topics/bullying/cyberbullying-basics

02/16/2026

02/15/2026

Children’s Mental Health — the Big 5 💛

😴 Sleep
🤝 Connection
🕰️ Predictability
🏃‍♂️ Movement & play
💬 Language for feelings

Small, steady supports make a big difference.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day! 💖
Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and care for yourself 💌

02/12/2026

What supporting children's mental health can look like💛
Less pressure.
More permission.

A predictable soft landing after school —
time to eat, time to breathe, time to just be.

Sometimes support looks like slowing down and staying close.

02/10/2026

Children’s mental health matters 💛

When children feel safe, they can regulate.
When they can regulate, they can learn and grow.

Sometimes the most powerful support is just showing up—calm, consistent, and caring. 💕

02/06/2026

Words matter—especially the ones we say to ourselves. 💭
Helping kids practice positive self-talk can build confidence, resilience and overall mental well-being.
Instead of “I can’t do this,” encourage,
➡️ “I’ll try my best.”
Parents can model this too. When we swap,
➡️ “I always mess up”
for
➡️ “Mistakes help me learn,”
our kids are listening—and learning. 👂❤️
Find more tips for building a positive mindset and healthy self-talk: https://bit.ly/4186N0q

Words matter—especially the ones we say to ourselves. 💭
Helping kids practice positive self-talk can build confidence, resilience and overall mental well-being.

Instead of “I can’t do this,” encourage,
➡️ “I’ll try my best.”

Parents can model this too. When we swap,
➡️ “I always mess up”
for
➡️ “Mistakes help me learn,”
our kids are listening—and learning. 👂❤️

Find more tips for building a positive mindset and healthy self-talk: https://bit.ly/4186N0q