Dawson County Health Department

Dawson County Health Department Hours: Mon-Tues: 8-5
Wednesday: 7-5
Thursday: 8-6
Closed Fridays
Immunization Clinics:
Thursdays 8-6

The purpose of this webpage is to provide the public with information that will assist in achieving Dawson County's public and environmental health goals.

🏈 Getting ready for the big game and feeding a crowd?Before you fire up the grill or set out the snacks, make sure your ...
02/07/2026

🏈 Getting ready for the big game and feeding a crowd?

Before you fire up the grill or set out the snacks, make sure your game-day menu is safe.

🍗🥩 Have food safety questions?
The USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline has answers — from cooking temps to thawing tips to handling leftovers.

📞 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854)

A safe kitchen is the real MVP. 🏆

Enjoy the game, keep your food safe, and your guests happy!

🦷✨ February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! ✨🦷Healthy smiles start early — and the habits your kids build no...
02/06/2026

🦷✨ February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! ✨🦷

Healthy smiles start early — and the habits your kids build now can protect their teeth for life.

Cavities are one of the most common chronic childhood conditions, but they’re highly preventable. A few simple routines make a big difference:

😬 Brush 2x a day with fluoride toothpaste
🧵 Floss once a day (yes… kids need it too!)
🥤 Skip sugary drinks when you can — water is best
🍎 Choose snacks that don’t stick to teeth
👩‍⚕️ And keep up with regular dental visits

Strong teeth = strong overall health!

🏈 Super Bowl Sunday is almost here! And yes — you can enjoy the snacks and still feel good on Monday. A few simple, real...
02/06/2026

🏈 Super Bowl Sunday is almost here! And yes — you can enjoy the snacks and still feel good on Monday. A few simple, realistic swaps can make a big difference:

🥕 Veggies + hummus (still crunchy, still delicious)
🍠 Baked sweet potato fries instead of regular fried ones
🥑 Guac + whole-grain chips for extra fiber and healthy fats
🍗 Chicken skewers if you want something filling but lighter
🍿 Air-popped popcorn — the easiest win on the table

You don’t have to overhaul your whole spread — just add a healthier option or two and call it a touchdown. 👏

Now the real question… 🏈 Who are you rooting for?
👍 Like this post for Seattle Seahawks
❤️ Heart it for New England Patriots

🧡 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 🧡And it’s something we need to talk about — because 1 in 10 high scho...
02/05/2026

🧡 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 🧡

And it’s something we need to talk about — because 1 in 10 high school students will experience dating violence.

This month, we’ll be sharing information, warning signs, ways to support teens, and how to build healthy relationship skills from the start. Every teen deserves to feel safe, valued, and respected.

Curious, concerned, or just want to learn more? Follow along all month — awareness starts with education, and education saves lives.

Whooping cough (pertussis) is surging again — with 28,000+ cases in 2025, nearly four times more than before. Here’s wha...
02/04/2026

Whooping cough (pertussis) is surging again — with 28,000+ cases in 2025, nearly four times more than before.

Here’s what protects our community:
👶 Kids need the DTaP series
👥 Teens & adults need Tdap boosters
🤰 Pregnant people need Tdap every pregnancy to pass antibodies to newborns

Vaccination is the best way to prevent severe disease in babies — who make up nearly all whooping cough–related deaths.

📌 DCHD provides DTaP and Tdap vaccines. Call for more information!

Let’s keep our littlest residents safe. 💛

Did you know that 93% of Montana adults DO NOT use ni****ne pouches? Be part of the majority and put your health first. ...
02/04/2026

Did you know that 93% of Montana adults DO NOT use ni****ne pouches? Be part of the majority and put your health first. Quit ni****ne and to***co products. Visit QuitNowMontana.com for free help.

02/04/2026

✨ Introducing Parent Café ✨
A space for parents to pause, connect, and breathe.

Parenting is meaningful—and it can also be exhausting. We’re starting something new in our community called Parent Café, and we’d love for you to join us.

📅 Thursday, February 12
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📍 Coffee Room at Evangelical Church
(The church has graciously offered the space; this is not a church-based program.)

Our first café will focus on self-care for parents—realistic, guilt-free ways to care for ourselves while caring for our families.

☕ Coffee & snacks provided
🧂 Make a salt body scrub to take home
👶 Activities for kids, with help available so parents can relax if they choose

This is something new, and we hope it becomes what parents want it to be. This first gathering is just the beginning.

02/04/2026

Care Commitment #5 from the DCHS Students

❤️ As we get closer to Heart Month, here’s your reminder that quitting smoking doesn’t just change your life — it change...
02/01/2026

❤️ As we get closer to Heart Month, here’s your reminder that quitting smoking doesn’t just change your life — it changes your body fast.

After 20 minutes, your heart rate starts to drop.
After 12 hours, carbon monoxide levels return to normal.
Within 2 weeks–3 months, your heart attack risk decreases and your lungs begin to heal.

Small steps. Big impact.
If you’re ready to quit, text START to 36072. Your heart will thank you. 💙

🚨 Carbon monoxide is silent — but it’s deadly.No smell. No color. No warning… unless you have a detector.As temperatures...
01/31/2026

🚨 Carbon monoxide is silent — but it’s deadly.

No smell. No color. No warning… unless you have a detector.

As temperatures drop, CO risks rise. Furnaces run longer, space heaters get plugged in, and garages stay closed — all of which can trap dangerous CO inside your home.

Here’s what to do to keep your family safe:
🔸 Install CO detectors on every level of your home and near bedrooms.
🔸 Check batteries regularly (a quick test takes seconds).
🔸 Never heat your home with a stove or oven.
🔸 Never run vehicles or generators inside a garage — even with the door open.
🔸 Get your furnace and chimney inspected each year.

If you ever feel sudden headache, dizziness, nausea, or confusion — leave the home immediately and call 911.

Winter should bring cozy nights, not hidden dangers. Stay safe, stay aware, and make CO checks part of your routine. 💙

Your breath should come from laughing too hard — not from struggling to breathe. 💚Lung cancer is the leading cause of ca...
01/31/2026

Your breath should come from laughing too hard — not from struggling to breathe. 💚

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Staying smoke-free (and vape-free), getting screened when eligible, and knowing the early warning signs can save lives.

If you’re ready to quit to***co or va**ng, support is available.
📱 Text START to 36072
📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW

Your lungs matter. Your life matters. Breathe easier — we’re here to help.

🧼🚰 Winter Reminder: Refresh Your Child’s Water Bottle!Kids’ water bottles go everywhere — school, sports, the car, the c...
01/30/2026

🧼🚰 Winter Reminder: Refresh Your Child’s Water Bottle!

Kids’ water bottles go everywhere — school, sports, the car, the couch — and during winter, they can get pretty gross, pretty fast. Germs love damp, warm spaces, and a not-so-fresh bottle can easily spread illness.

A quick deep clean can make a big difference.

Pop in a bottle brush, wash all the little parts, and let everything air-dry completely. Your child stays healthier, and so does everyone around them. 💙

Small habits = fewer winter sick days. Stay well, Dawson County!

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