First District Health Unit

01/14/2026

✨Welcome Cambree!

Up next in our new staff spotlight is Cambree, who has joined our Minot office as a Public Health Nurse and TB Coordinator.
Cambree supports community health through care, education, and prevention!

💬 Help us welcome Cambree below and watch for the next team introduction!

01/12/2026

Welcome Janell! 🎉

We’re excited to introduce Janell, who joined our Bottineau office as an Administrative Assistant.
Janell plays a key role in keeping the Bottineau office running smoothly and promoting public health in her community!

👋 Drop a welcome for Janell in the comments and stay tuned as we introduce a few more team members!

01/09/2026

Amy, our Alcohol Prevention Program Coordinator, sat down with KX News to discuss Dry January. Check out the story below!

According to Health and Human Services, North Dakota ranks third in the nation for binge drinking. But experts say one month without drinking can show some positive side effects. Dry January is a t…

01/07/2026

Do you know the requirements for cottage foods? 🧐
Selling cottage foods may not require a license or inspection, but there are important rules producers must follow.
Our Environmental Health team put together a quick guide answering common questions about cottage foods. Check it out at the link below!
https://fdhu.org/environmental-health-division/cottage-foods/

01/05/2026

Our survey is still open and so far 80% of the responses are from women, which tells us two things:
1️⃣ Women understood the assignment
2️⃣ Men… did not see the assignment
If you know a man who lives in Bottineau, Burke, McHenry, McLean, Renville, Sheridan, or Ward County, we want to hear from him!
🔹Tag him, text him, or gently remind him this survey is quick, easy, and won’t ask why he still hasn’t fixed the garage door.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8449881/FDHU-Survey

01/05/2026

Due to the increase in flu cases, we will be offering walk-in flu and COVID vaccines THIS WEEK ONLY at our Minot office on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00–4:00.
Walk-ins will not be available from 11:30–1:00.

If you would prefer to schedule an appointment, please call 701-852-1376.

Tis the season - flu (influenza) season, and cases are up. Flu can be serious, even leading to hospitalization and death. Those most at risk include children ages 5 and younger, pregnant women, older adults and those with underlying health conditions. That's why influenza vaccination is recommended annually for all individuals ages 6 months and older. It's not too late to get immunized or to talk to your health care provider if you have questions. Learn more about respiratory illnesses at hhs.nd.gov/health/respiratory-illnesses

12/30/2025

Residents of the City of Underwood have been told not to use their water due to a problem in the water distribution system. It can be used for flushing toilets, but not drinking, bathing, cooking, washing, etc. Boiling the water will not make it useable! You can learn more, including some options for obtaining water, in the City's post below.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - FALKIRK MINE DONATION

Falkirk Mine has donated 240 5 gallon jugs of water to the city, which will be delivered to Underwood City Hall around 10 am. You must take something to dump the 5 gallon jugs into, these jugs CANNOT be taken.

Falkirk Mine will also open access to the East Shift Change Building located about a mile East of Underwood on Highway 200. This building is on the South side of Highway 200. Roxie Kapanke will be present at the building on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 8 am to 4 pm both days for people to collect water. You will need to take something to fill water from inside the building, so please take something you can carry from and to your car.

Again, this has all been donated by Falkirk Mine!

The city is still working on more possible solutions for water supply and showering options for our community!

We are still in the Do Not Use Water Advisory!

12/30/2025

Wishing you a very Happy New Year! Our offices will be closed on January 1. We look forward to serving you in 2026!

12/26/2025

Hope you're having a happy, healthy holiday season! Our Director of Nursing Heatthyr Haugeberg has some great tips on preventing the spread of illness through the holidays and into the new year. https://www.kxnet.com/news/local-news/boosting-immunity-holiday-season/amp/

12/23/2025

Joy, stress, family, expectations… the holidays can be a lot.
If you’re feeling anxious or stretched thin, support is available.
Our CredibleMind platform offers free, trusted tools to support your mental health whenever you need them.

Visit FDHU.CredibleMind.com

Funding for this project has been provided by INSPIRITUS Community Health Foundation.

12/22/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄
Our offices will close at 12:00 PM on December 24 and will remain closed on Christmas Day, December 25. We wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday.

12/19/2025

Enjoy the season. Get home safely.
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