Traill District Health Unit

03/26/2026

Spring is here—time to shake off the winter blues and get outside as a family! 🌞🌿 Spending time outdoors can boost mood, reduce stress and create lasting memories.
Try these fun family activities!

03/26/2026

If you or someone you care about is struggling with an overwhelming experience for which normal coping mechanisms aren't enough, there is help available.

03/26/2026

03/23/2026

STROLL 'N ROLL AWAY FROM THE WINTER BLUES!
We all have days when we could use a boost of positivity, and walking can help!
Walking is a great mood booster by helping your brain lower its stress hormones and increase the feel-good hormones. Regular walking is especially good for your mental health. According to the American Psychological Association, adults who walk for about 20 minutes a day have a 25% lower risk of depression.
Grab a friend to share some positivity and join us for Stroll N Roll North Dakota on April 8th. Whether you join our group walk or take a meditative stroll on your own, you’ll be boosting your mood alongside neighbors across the state!

03/20/2026

STROLL 'N ROLL!
We’re looking forward to National Public Health Week, April 6-12, and there is no public health without YOU!
Join us on April 8th for Stroll N Roll North Dakota, a statewide walking event, to celebrate.
Stay tuned for further details!

03/11/2026

📱 Helping your child find balance with screen time is key to their well-being. Keeping an eye on how they use devices encourages healthy habits and keeps them engaged in the world around them.

Monitoring isn’t about control—it’s about guiding them toward balance and supporting their growth in all areas. 💡

Learn more at: https://www.parentslead.org/topics/media-technology

03/11/2026

03/09/2026

Measles Case Update
Notice of a confirmed a case of measles in Traill County was released on March 6. When specific exposure sites are known, that information is typically shared. With this case, we will be unable to provide additional information.
Measles is highly contagious. We encourage community members to:
• Check that you and your children are up to date on the MMR vaccine
• Watch for symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rash
• Contact your healthcare provider before visiting if symptoms develop
Vaccination remains the best protection against measles.
As always, stay home when you are ill, wash your hands with soap & water frequently, cover coughs and sneezes, and avoid close proximity to others who are ill when possible.

03/06/2026

A fun way to promote sun safety!

The Sun Safety Poster Contest is back! 😎 We are excited to see what creative designs you submit this year.

Only posters that are hand-drawn or produced with software such as Canva or PowerPoint in JPG or PNG files types will be accepted. All entries must be digitally uploaded on the North Dakota Cancer Coalition website; no mailed or emailed entries will be accepted.

Posters will be judged in two age divisions: pr***en (ages 8 to 12) and teen (ages 13 to 19). Posters will be judged on their general appearance and how well they present messages about sun safety. Winners in both age divisions will receive $75 for first place, $50 for second place and $25 for third place. North Dakota Cancer Coalition

Learn more rules and submit your design >>> bit.ly/sunsafe2026

03/06/2026

To***co companies are actively and aggressively marketing their products to youth through social media, movies, video games, influencers and music videos. They are developing new products that are appealing to teens using bright colors and fun flavors such as cupcake flavored. Many of these products have massive amounts of ni****ne in them.

Take Down To***co is a day for people to stand up to big to***co, exposing their tactics and lies.

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

ND now has a confirmed measles case in Traill County and one new case in Pembina County. This brings the 2026 statewide measles case count total to 23. Find information on measles in ND at hhs.nd.gov/measles.