Harmful Blue-Green Algae Found in Cheyenne Lake
Officials are warning those who visit Sloans Lake in Cheyenne to avoid blue-green algae in the water.
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Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program Available in Wyoming
The Wyoming Department of Health announced on Wednesday that they are offering a new, free program targeting high blood pressure, which includes blood pressure self-monitoring, education, and other forms of support.
Wyoming Department of Health: ‘Chicks May Be Cute, But Can Spread Ugly Disease’
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding people that baby birds can sometimes carry harmful germs even though they look clean and healthy.
Governor Gordon Names Director of Wyoming Department of Health
Governor Mark Gordon has appointed Stefan Johansson as Director of the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Johansson has served as Interim Director since May 2021.
Johansson joined WDH in 2013 and has held several positions with the agency since then, including Policy Administrator and Deputy Director.
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Wyoming Department of Health Offering Free Online Learning for Older Adults
The Wyoming Department of Health is offering free, online learning opportunities, including live interactive classes, for older Wyoming residents.
Wyoming Department of Health: COVID-19 Vaccine Okayed for Younger Children
This news comes from the Wyoming Department of Health who put out a media release stating that "safe, free, and effective vaccinations meant to help prevent COVID-19 infection and illness are now available and recommended for school-aged children.
WDH To Change Opioid and Drug Misuse Efforts
State efforts aimed at preventing overdoses and deaths tied to prescription drugs and opioids are changing but continuing, as federal funding is coming to an end.
The WDH Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP) first received the Grant to Prevent Prescription Drug/Opioid Overdose-Related Deaths from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in 2016
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Fees to Request Birth, Death, Marriage and Divorce Certificates Are Being Raised
The Wyoming Department of Health announced that fees to procure birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates through Vital Statistics Services are being raised, as of July 1.
Statewide Public Health Orders For Wyoming Updated for Coming Weeks
The Wyoming Department of Health recently announced that the two remaining public health orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic are being updated with minor changes as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
WDH Warns of Fraudulent Calls Surrounding COVID-29 Vaccine
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) recently put out a release warning residents to be conscious of suspicious and fraudulent activity surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine.
The WHD Director, Michael Ceballos, stated in the release that there have been reports of fraudulent calls to residents in which the caller states that they are from a local health department asking to set up an appointment for