Traill District Health Unit

02/20/2026

For more information visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html
If you would like to check your vaccine records, give us a call or visit hhs.nd.gov/IRR

02/20/2026

The best way to prevent measles is through vaccinations. The risk of measles includes much more than a rash. Please consult with your trusted health care provider.

With a new case in Walsh County, we now have confirmed measles cases in three counties to date in 2026. Find updated information about confirmed measles cases by counties, public exposure locations, guidance on what to do if you may have been exposed and more at hhs.nd.gov/measles.

02/19/2026

02/17/2026

What would your child say if you asked, “What do you like about yourself?” 💭✨

Confidence doesn’t happen overnight — it grows through small, intentional moments. 🌱

Try our new Self-Esteem Check-In activity with your child or teen. 💬 It’s a simple way to help them recognize their strengths and build positive self-talk.

Small conversations like this can make a big difference in how kids see themselves — today and in the future. 💛

Download the activity here:
🔗https://predprod-behavioralhealth.x-shops.com/files/attachments/614/SelfCheckIn.pdf

02/17/2026

If you feel you or a family member has been exposed to measles, following is helpful information to guide you through the appropriate response. With further questions, please contact your trusted healthcare provider or Traill District Health Unit.

02/16/2026

The 2026 N.D. measles case count rose over the weekend to 6 confirmed cases, including 5 in Pembina Co. and 1 in Williams Co. One person is hospitalized; four are over age 19. There are numerous public exposure locations that people contagious with measles visited. Others present at the identified locations on the dates and identified time spans could have been exposed to measles. See details and what to do if you were exposed to measles at hhs.nd.gov/measles.

Unvaccinated people are most at risk. However, as more measles cases circulate in the community, communities lose the benefit of community immunity (herd immunity), which is achieved when more than 95% of people in a community are vaccinated. This puts everyone at higher risk, especially the very young, individuals who are older, or immune compromised, and those who cannot be vaccinated for other health reasons.

02/13/2026

It's okay not to be okay. Help is always available if you or someone you love is having a hard time, or for those struggling with mental health or substance use challenges.

❤️ Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

02/12/2026

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness. A new case has been confirmed in Pembina County. The most effective way to prevent measles is vaccination.
If a member of your family is not current with vaccinations, please contact your trusted health provider and schedule an appointment.

A new measles case was confirmed in Pembina County, bringing total cases in N.D. in 2026 to two. People can be contagious before they show symptoms. Members of the public present at Pembina Co. and Grand Forks Co. locations on these dates at these times may have been exposed.

- Charras and Tequila Mexican Cuisine, 3915 32nd Ave. S. in Grand Forks on Feb. 4, between noon and 3 p.m. CT

- Cavalier Public School gymnasium, 300 Main St. E. in Cavalier on Feb. 4, between 3:45-7 p.m. CT

- Clinic Care waiting room, 301 Mountain St. E. in Cavalier on Feb. 6 between 8:30-11 a.m. CT

Find more details at hhsnd.site/rpt

02/10/2026

Balance beats bans.
Healthy screen habits might include:
🍽 Device-free meals
🔌 Charging devices outside bedrooms
⏰ Screen curfews
👨👩👧 Family tech agreements
Consistency matters more than perfection.
👉 What screen rule works best in your home?

02/09/2026

Don't wait, Vaccinate!
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/downloads/measles-isnt-just-a-little-rash-infographic-508.pdf

North Dakota has confirmed the first measles case in 2026 - an unvaccinated individual in Williams Co. Talk to a trusted health care provider if you have questions about the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine and your vaccination status. MMR vaccine offers the best protection against this highly contagious disease. Keep up to date at hhs.nd.gov/measles

02/06/2026

A great way to examine the benefits of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination is to compare the risks associated with both vaccination and measles infection. Evidence shows that measles infections poses far more risks to children than vaccination does.

Two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective at preventing disease and protect against severe complications of measles. Be sure to check that you and your family are up-to-date on MMR vaccination and consult your healthcare provider if you have any questions.

Find measles information and resources at bit.ly/ciremeasles

01/29/2026