Rolette County Public Health District

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Today in Rolla from 12-6pm!

04/28/2026

For over 200 years, vaccines have protected generation after generation. Vaccines have been so successful that many of the diseases that families once feared are now rarely seen in many parts of the world.
Today’s immunization schedules are carefully designed to protect people when they’re most at risk. Each vaccine is backed by rigorous scientific research and continues to be closely monitored for safety and effectiveness.

04/28/2026

Don't forget! TODAY! Register today! Learn more Foundation for a Healthy North Dakota!

Haven't signed up yet? You still can! Join us tomorrow — April 28th — at 12 p.m. noon Central time for a webinar on public health in action.

This free lunch-and-learn event will explore the diverse professional landscape of public health across our state. Whether you're a student, a job seeker or a curious professional, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the roles that keep North Dakota healthy and resilient.

Register: bit.ly/4sQFwL0

04/27/2026

FREE STI testing events this week! Stop in Wednesday in Rolla or Thursday in Dunseith from 12-6pm for cookies, condoms, and testing. If you are sexually active, getting tested for STIs is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Know your status.

04/23/2026

Happy National Infant Immunizations Awareness week! Learn more about what vaccines your child is receiving and WHY!!

04/22/2026

It's STI Awareness Week! This week provides an opportunity to raise awareness about STIs, how they spread, prevention and the importance of testing and treatment.

Click the link below for a sexual health quiz to learn whether you may be at risk for an STI.

Stop in at our office in Rolla next Wednesday, April 29th or in Dunseith at the WIC office in back of the Starion Back next Thursday, April 30th from 12-6pm for FREE cookies, condoms, and STI testing!

DYK? Nearly 1 in 5 people in the U.S. have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, STIs don’t have to happen. They can be prevented and treated. Make a plan and choose the prevention steps that work for you with Prepare Before You’re There. Take this brief, interactive quiz to get start...

04/20/2026

Letters are being mailed to parents of Rolla Public School, St. John Public School, Rolette Public School and Dunseith Public School for students in need of immunizations. If you received a letter please complete and return it to the school by the dates listed below.
As always please reach out with questions! 477-5646

04/17/2026

04/17/2026

Measles Update!
33 Total cases
4/17/2026
• 23 cases in Pembina County
• 1 case in Walsh County
• 1 case in Williams County
• 1 case in Trail County
• 6 case in Ranson County
• 1 case in Grand Forks County

As of April 15, 2026, the outbreak in Pembina County as ended. An outbreak is considered over once two full incubation periods-42 days- have passed since the onset of rash in the last reported case.

Because the case in Grand Forks County is not linked to other cases or travel, there is concern about potential community transmission.

**As a precaution, HHS recommends that all residents and travelers to Grand Forks County ensure they are vaccinated against measles.**

HHS recommends:
-Infants 6 through 11 months who reside in or are traveling to Grand Forks County receive an early dose of MMR vaccine. (Infants younger than 6 months are not eligible for vaccination.)
-Children 12 months and older receive their first MMR dose if they have not already, followed by a second dose at least 28 days later.
-Children who have received two doses of MMR after 12 months of age are considered fully vaccinated.
-Adults born before 1957 are generally presumed immune due to natural exposure.

For more Measles information please see: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/immunizations/measles